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In this episode, Alan and Brent explore the rapid evolution of AI, the implications of Jaevon's paradox, and how organizations can adapt to the changing technological landscape. They discuss the future roles of developers, the importance of critical thinking in education, and the ongoing shifts in the software industry.

In this episode, Alan and Aditya discuss the complexities of mobile testing, the impact of AI on software development, and how to adapt testing strategies for rapid development cycles. They explore challenges like device fragmentation, AI-driven automation, and future trends in mobile delivery.

In this episode, Alan and Colette explore the importance of empathy, self-awareness, and human skills in tech leadership, especially in the context of AI's rise. They share personal stories, practical strategies, and insights on developing emotional intelligence to foster better team dynamics and decision-making.

In this insightful interview, Prince Kohli, CEO of Sauce Labs, discusses the transformative impact of AI on software testing. Topics include how AI accelerates test creation, enhances stability, and reshapes roles in development and testing teams.

In this episode, Spy and a special guest explore the evolving landscape of software engineering, emphasizing the shift towards postmodern engineering principles that acknowledge the role of AI, organizational interaction, and probabilistic systems. They discuss how traditional concepts are becoming obsolete and propose a new framework for trustworthy, adaptive socio-technical systems.

In this insightful interview, Kat Obring discusses the evolving role of AI in testing and quality assurance, emphasizing good decision-making, automation, and the future of team collaboration. The conversation explores practical AI applications, decision frameworks, and how testers can stay relevant in a fast-changing landscape. More from Kat https://www.linkedin.com/in/katjaobring/ https://kato-c...

In this engaging interview, Chris Armstrong from SmartBear discusses the evolving role of testing in the age of AI, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, system thinking, and responsible AI integration to ensure quality and trust in software development. https://smartbear.com/ai-software-quality-gap-report/ https://smartbear.com/blog/levels-of-autonomy-in-software-development-closing-the-gap-be...

Shachin Agarwal and Pulkit Agarwal join Alan for a discussion on AI in testing. https://evertest.ai

In this engaging interview, Elisabeth Hendrickson shares her journey through the tech industry, her insights on systems thinking, and the principles behind her upcoming book 'Signals and Levers.' Discover how her experiences shape modern approaches to quality, leadership, and software delivery. Elisabeth's book:  https://signalsandlevers.com/ Elisabeth's linkedin:  https://www.link...

In this replay of episode 103, we are joined by Jason Huggins, the creator of Selenium, to discuss the true intent of the tool and why the industry has developed what Alan calls a 'tragic sickness' and an 'unhealthy infatuation' with UI automation. Driven by his belief that hand-crafted UI tests are an inefficient 'money pit' and a 'maintenance nightmare,' Alan chal...

Summary In this episode of the AB Testing Podcast, host Spy welcomes back Walmyr, a seasoned QA engineer and educator, to discuss his journey in quality assurance, the importance of quality culture in software development, and the transition to agile environments. Walmyr shares insights on his experiences with test automation, the significance of effective test design, and the challenges of naviga...

In this episode of the A-B Testing Podcast, Spy, Walmyr, and Global Warming reflect on the past year, discussing their favorite books, podcasts, and entertainment from 2025. They delve into the importance of code review and refactoring in the age of AI, share personal finance strategies, and explore the evolving landscape of remote work. The conversation also touches on predictions for 2026, inclu...

Lina joins Spy this week to talk about metrics, her upcoming book, and a bit about AI (with a whole lot of ranting). More from Lina on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/linazubyte/

Spy is joined by Globalworming, and we talk about quality as a system, PCT hike statistics, and narrative fiction.

Brent is still on hiatus, so Spy-Friend Timm Gleason joins the podcast this week to talk about stuff - but especially Spy's rant's on project management.

Back after a long hiatus - or half back. No Brent this week, but Andreas Worm and Danny Faught listen while I tell trail stories

We take on a mailbag question, and then talk a bit about the upcoming AB Testing hiatus as Alan prepares for a very long walk in the woods.

We ramble a bit...but then get somewhere interesting. Worth a listen.

Alan gives Brent some advice on engaging remote workers, and Alan shares some bigly news.

We take a mailbag question - and talk about other stuff.

More ranting and discussions (and sometimes, some insights) from Brent and Alan.

It's been a while, but we're back to disagree about measuring developer productivity, and then talk about the doom and rebirth coming from AI.

Usual end of year episode where we reflect on 2024, and look forward to 2025.

Once again, we ramble on topics we didn't plan on talking about.

Welp - Alan asked Brent how it was going, he said it was review season, and then 40 minutes of babbling commenced