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Join us every other week on "Test Case Scenario" presented by Sauce Labs, where our expert panel dives into the exciting and ever-changing landscape of technology, pop culture, and business. Host Jason Baum, Director of Community at Sauce Labs, will lead the discussion with our esteemed recurring panelists: Marcus Merrell, VP of Technology Strategy; Nikolay Advolodkin, Senior Developer Advocate and Evelyn Coleman, Manager of Implementation Engineering. Get ready to uncover the impact of continuous testing in this thrilling exploration of the tech world!

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Join us every other week on "Test Case Scenario" presented by Sauce Labs, where our expert panel dives into the exciting and ever-changing landscape of technology, pop culture, and business. Host Jason Baum, Director of Community at Sauce Labs, will lead the discussion with our esteemed recurring panelists: Marcus Merrell, VP of Technology Strategy; Nikolay Advolodkin, Senior Developer Advocate and Evelyn Coleman, Manager of Implementation Engineering. Get ready to uncover the impact of continuous testing in this thrilling exploration of the tech world!

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English


Episodes

“Test Case Scenario" Dives into CI/CD Pipeline Mastery!

9/27/2023
Welcome to Test Case Scenario! In this episode, join us as we delve into the world of CI/CD pipelines. In this discussion, we cover everything you need to know about setting up pipelines, navigating common pitfalls, and valuable tips for CI/CD mastery. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a professional in the field, Test Case Scenario is your go-to podcast for staying informed and ahead of the curve in the realm of software testing. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development.

Duration:00:52:07

Is testing a viable gateway to a career in tech?

9/20/2023
Welcome to Test Case Scenario! In this episode, host Jason Baum is joined by our expert panelists, Nikolay Advolodkin, Sr. Developer Advocate, and Evelyn Coleman, Implementation Engineering Manager, both from Sauce Labs. Together, they explore thought-provoking questions such as whether testing serves as a viable gateway to a career in tech, the importance of QA in the tech industry, and invaluable advice for breaking into the world of technology. Get ready for an insightful discussion that will shed light on key aspects of the tech landscape. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development.

Duration:00:27:04

Beyond Coding - Bekah HW's Deep Dive into OSS, Community, Inclusivity, and 100 Day Challenges

8/30/2023
Welcome to Test Case Scenario! In this episode hosted by Jason Baum, our expert guests Evelyn Coleman and Marcus Merrell, as well as special guest BekahHW, creator of the Virtual Coffee community, delve into the exciting world of open source. Join them as they discuss the ins and outs of getting involved in and contributing to open source projects, fostering a sense of community and inclusivity, and even embarking on the challenge of 100 Days of OSS (Open Source Software). SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community/ to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development.

Duration:00:49:57

The Future of Open Source - A Conversation with Diego Molina

8/23/2023
Welcome to Test Case Scenario! In this episode, join our host Jason Baum and panelists from Sauce Labs as they dive deep into the thrilling world of open source. Nikolay Advolodkin, Principal Developer Advocate, Marcus Merrell, VP Technology Strategy, and Diego Molina, Open Source Program Lead, share insights on the future of open source, discuss exciting projects, and offer valuable lessons for those venturing into the realm of open source. Get ready for an engaging conversation on the latest open-source trends, developments, and expert advice. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development.

Duration:00:46:06

Keep Calm and Code On

8/16/2023
Welcome back to Test Case Scenario! Stress plagues us all, and it is no different for those working in software development. In this mental health-focused episode, we look at the many layers that cause anxiety and stress any why these software-related stress stories are so common across various companies. Join host Jason Baum and our panel Evelyn Coleman and Marcus Merrell as they discuss dealing with anxiety and how to best navigate stress in your professional life. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development. 0:00 - Intro 1:44 - Day-to-day stress 3:40 - Quality Assurance stress 4:40 - Marcus Merrell’s way of coping with stress 6:15 - DevOps with QA and Development 7:30 - Work culture shifts 8:50 - Marganilized communities and environmental factors 11:13 - Leadership Positions 16:40 - Why haven't we fixed DevOps? 19:35 - How do you deal with stress? Let us know!

Duration:00:19:53

Unless You're Working on a Video Game, Nobody Wants to Use Your Software

8/9/2023
Welcome to Test Case Scenario! In our 11th episode, the panel engages in a thought-provoking debate, exploring whether software is a utility or a form of art. Join our engaging panelists as they delve into the realm of whether software is a tool, or a means to an end, or whether it’s something that can enhance our lives. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development. 0:00 - Intro 1:50 - No one wants to use your software 3:00 - Software as a tool to accomplish a task 4:50 - Goal is to have a finished product 6:52 - What’s the alternative? 17:46 - Viewing it from the lens of a tester 23:50 - If all apps gamified 34:00 - Developers don’t like to talk about testing

Duration:00:37:44

Failures in Automated Testing How You Can Avoid Them

8/2/2023
Welcome to Test Case Scenario! In this episode, join host Jason Baum and our special guests Marcus Merrell and Evelyn Coleman as they talk through when automated testing goes wonky! Discover valuable insights into failures in automated testing and how to avoid them. Join the Sauce Labs community, for finding and resolving issues, enhancing your testing understanding, and supporting one another in creating software, testing, and automation. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community! 0:52 - Introduction 4:12 - Where companies are with testing today 4:42 - Things you see going from manual to automated testing 5:18 - Making a computer do testing versus human testing 14:15 - Which failure is easy to overcome? 15:25 - How to not run yourself dry and catch errors early 21:10 - How to start on a sound foundation do ‘spring cleaning’

Duration:00:29:04

The Robots Are Here to Help (Not Kill) You! A Conversation with Aled Miles and Jim Whitehead

7/19/2023
Welcome back to Test Case Scenario! Join host Jason Baum and our panel Evelyn Coleman, Marcus Merrell & Nikolay Advolodkin with our CEO Aled Miles and Chief Scientist Jim Whitehead as they discuss: ✅ Aled & Jim's talk at C-Vision 2023 ✅ What is prompt engineering? ✅ Common pitfalls of ChatGPT ✅ How generative AI impacts us as devs & end-users SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development. Write to us at community-hub@SauceLabs.com 0:00 - Intro 1:25 - Aled & Jim’s talk about the evolution of AI at C Vision 2023 9:00 - Prompt engineering 13:48 - How does generative AI impact our jobs? 15:17 - The value of generative AI in leadership & business processes 20:44 - Real-life use cases for ChatGPT 22:20 - Code-generating model AIs (CodeCompose by Meta, Cloud Composer by Google) 27:28 - How generative AI impacts developers, end-users, & the world at large 33:00 - Common pitfalls with ChatGPT 36:43 - Can generative AI replace CEOs? 40:08 - Is “prompt engineer” a real job? ANSWERED 41:01 - What’s the most fun conversation you’ve had with ChatGPT or Bard? 42:33 - What’s the scariest “the robots are going to kill us” conversation you’ve had with ChatGPT (or Bard)? 43:45 - What’s the worst “hallucination” you’ve seen from generative AI tools?

Duration:00:46:26

What is a Test? The Titus Fortner Edition

7/12/2023
Testing is like an operational submarine. If your tests are giving you red flags and warnings, you must pay attention to your results and adapt accordingly, or you'll sink! We’re back again to help organize and contain the wild nature of testing! Just what is testing? This time with TITUS FORTNER, a Senior Developer Experience Engineer. We’re defining “What is a test?” together, putting a stop to the foolish intricacies of testing, and who decides testing priorities? Join us as we explore and lighten up testing’s transformative impact on development. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development. 0:00 - Intro 1:34 - What is a test? Titus Fortner’s definition 3:04 - Evaluating a Test 5:20 - Submarine & Testing Analogy 7:50 - Relevance of old-school testing 12:33 - When is something not a test? Is there a grey area? 16:25 - Who’s responsible for testing? 19:20 - Reflecting on testing in today’s world #testautomation #software #softwaretesting #testing #softwaredevelopment #saucelabs

Duration:00:22:05

The Future of Cross-Browser Automation As We Know It! Webdriver BiDi

6/21/2023
Welcome to Test Case Scenario! In this episode, hosts Jason Baum and Evelyn Coleman, our guest Titus Fortner, Senior Developer Experience Engineer at Sauce Labs delve into the future of testing and more importantly, WebDriver BiDi - the so-called “future” of cross-browser automation. Join us every other week on "Test Case Scenario" presented by Sauce Labs, where our expert panel dives into the exciting and ever-changing landscape of technology, pop culture, and business. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/community to unlock the secrets behind the power of testing in software development. 0:00 - Intro 1:09 - What is WebDriver BiDi? 4:12 - What Google’s AI says about WebDriver BiDi 5:16 - How Bard’s definition gets it wrong 7:00 - What took so long for BiDi to get here? 11:00 - Web BiDi meeting in Berlin on how to work together 12:08 - Challenges for using BiDi 15:10 - What this means for web browsers 17:54 - What this means for WebDriver Classic 20:56 - Tips for budding testers 23:44 - Future of BiDi specification

Duration:00:28:28

Your Test Automation Strategy is NOT Your Test Strategy

6/9/2023
Welcome to our next electrifying episode! We’re diving into the world of software testing and exploring the intricate relationship between test automation and comprehensive test strategies. Our expert guests shed light on key differences between these strategies and the crucial role of test automation in continuous integration and continuous deployment environments. What is the ideal ratio of automated testing to manual testing within a comprehensive test strategy? We debate the compromises between the two, the top strategies, and the risks of poor testing. Discover the reasoning behind this ratio with us! Join the Sauce Labs community, for finding and resolving issues, enhancing your testing understanding, and supporting one another in creating software, testing, and automation. SUBSCRIBE and visit us at https://saucelabs.com/resources/community!

Duration:00:37:10

Don't Get Left Behind: Why You Need to Automate Your Testing Programs

5/10/2023
In today's fiercely competitive software market, delivering high-quality products quickly and efficiently is more important than ever. That's why automated testing has become a critical tool for staying ahead of the competition. In this episode of Test Case Scenario, we'll explore why you can't afford to ignore automated testing. We'll discuss how automation can give you a competitive edge, the risks of falling behind, and the consequences of not automating your testing programs. Whether you're just starting to consider automation or are already using it, tune in to gain insights that will help you take your testing to the next level and stay ahead of the pack.

Duration:00:31:20

Breaking Through the Testing Bottleneck with Parallel Execution

4/27/2023
Tired of slow and time-consuming testing processes? In this week's episode of Test Case Scenario, automation test expert and core contributor to the Selenium project, Titus Fortner, shares his insights on parallel testing. Discover how running multiple tests simultaneously reduces testing time and increases efficiency. Titus and our panel of experts offer practical tips and best practices for implementing parallel testing in your own projects.

Duration:00:41:43

Appium 2.0 Beta "Unwrapped" - Featuring Wim Selles and Eyal Yovel

4/12/2023
Join us for an in-depth discussion about Appium 2.0 Beta, the latest buzz in mobile app testing! Our returning panel of experts, Marcus Merrell and Dylan Lacey, along with our host, Jason Baum, will be joined by Wim Selles (staff product manager, mobile) and Eyal Yovel (sr. solution architect) to explore what's new and exciting about this powerful tool. In this episode, we'll dig deep into Appium 2.0 Beta, discussing its features, benefits, and potential weaknesses. Our panel will weigh in on whether you should give the beta a try. Don't miss this chance to get the inside scoop on Appium 2.0 Beta and find out what else you need to know about the future of mobile app testing!

Duration:00:40:41

Special Episode: What is a Test (The Titus Fortner Edition)

3/29/2023
Are you still curious about what constitutes a test? In our last episode, we asked Marcus Merrell and Nikolay Advolodkin the same question, and this week, we continue the discussion with automation test expert and core contributor to the Selenium project, Titus Fortner. Join us for this special in-between episode of Test Case Scenario, where we dive deeper into the world of testing and uncover the insights and perspectives of industry leaders. Don't miss out on this exciting continuation of our ongoing exploration of what it means to test.

Duration:00:21:42

What is a Test Anyway?

3/22/2023
In this episode of our podcast, we explore the fundamental question of "what is a test?" by asking our co-hosts Marcus and Nikolay to give their own unique definitions. It's an entertaining and insightful conversation as we discover the similarities and differences in their answers.

Duration:00:55:03

ChatGPT: Your New AI Co-Worker?

3/8/2023
Get ready to explore the future of testing in this episode of Test Case Scenario! On this episode, we chat about all things ChatGPT, a powerful language model from OpenAI, and what impact it might have on the testing process. From generating test cases to performing automated testing, writing code and analyzing results, ChatGPT is changing the game. Plus, we explore what the future of AI chatbots might be, the good the bad and the ugly. Don't miss this exciting and thought-provoking episode on how ChatGPT is transforming the industry!

Duration:00:38:24

Unlocking the Web3 World: Decentralizing the Future?

2/22/2023
On the first episode of Test Case Scenario, get to know our panel of experts as t shine a light on the impact of decentralized technology on the world of automated testing. In this episode, we delve into the key principles of Web3 and how it differs from the conventional centralized web, as well as its potential to transform the way we test software. Our panelists discuss the various applications of decentralized technology in testing and what the future of automated testing might look like in a Web3 world. Whether you're a seasoned testing professional, developer, or tech enthusiast, or just interested in the intersection of these two exciting fields, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we unlock the potential of the Web3 world and discover how decentralization is revolutionizing the world of automated testing.

Duration:00:29:23