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Testing & Automation in the Age of AI: Hype, Hope, or Headaches

Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Date: Feb 27, 2025

Potentia, in partnership with Resourcefully, are proud to present an event you won’t want to miss!

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It’s the topic that’s on everyone’s lips… AI… We’re all aware by now, that AI is transforming the world around us at an unprecedented speed and that of course, includes the world of testing. AI and automation are said to be revolutionizing software testing. But are these tools truly help us to improving quality, or just introducing new kinds of bugs at scale? As AI-driven tools become more powerful, the testing community faces big questions: What should we automate? What remains uniquely human? And are we just automating our mistakes faster than ever?

By popular demand, we’d love you to join us for an engaging evening of debate, insights, and hard-hitting truths as we explore the real impact of AI and automation on software testing. The event is intended for testers, automation engineers, DevOps professionals, and tech leaders looking to cut through the hype and gain a clearer understanding of where AI is taking software testing and where it might be leading us astray. Whether you’re an AI skeptic or a true believer in automation, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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Date and Time

Thursday, 27 February, 4:00pm – 7:30pm NZDT

Agenda

Keynote by Michael Bolton – Internationally recognized software testing expert, questioning the promises and pitfalls of AI
Panel Discussion – A lively conversation featuring a pro-automation advocate, testing thought leader Patricio Miner, and Michael Bolton himself. Expect tough questions, bold opinions, and no sugarcoating!
Question Time – Your opportunity to ask panelists any burning questions
Networking & Conversations – Connect with your peers over nibbles and refreshments.

Location: Potentia

Equinox House 12/222 Lambton Quay, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

Early bird pricing is available for the first 30 registrations. Get in quick to secure your spot!

Any questions or queries, please reach out to tim@potentia.co.nz

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