Discussion on ‘AI’levating Tester Experience by Rituparna Ghosh | Testμ 2024

The best approach is to use AI for insights but always apply human judgment when making final decisions. It’s about striking the right balance.

AI enhances automated testing by adding predictive and self-learning capabilities. Traditional automation is still useful but limited to pre-defined scenarios.

Wipro is investing in AI across various testing domains—manual, automation, and performance testing. The focus is on upskilling employees to fully leverage these tools.

Testers should emphasize hands-on experience with AI-driven tools and a solid understanding of core testing principles. It’s not just about surface-level skills.

Should start by learning about specific AI use cases in testing. Once you have a grasp of where AI can add value, you can implement it more effectively.

AI can predict defects based on past patterns, speeding up the whole debugging process. It really helps in pinpointing root causes more efficiently than traditional methods.

AI really excels at identifying edge cases by analyzing large datasets quickly, which is great for automating repetitive tasks and improving overall test accuracy.

AI is a tool that enhances what testers do—it doesn’t replace them. It allows testers to focus on higher-level tasks that require critical thinking.

AI-driven tools include everything from test case generators to defect prediction systems. Tools like GitHub Copilot are great examples of how AI is elevating tester productivity.

From my 5+ years of experience in test automation, one big challenge is that AI models can’t always understand complex business logic. They excel at repetitive tasks but need a person’s oversight for accuracy. To mitigate this, you need a hybrid approach: let AI handle the grunt work, but keep people in the loop for validation and strategic decisions.

Having worked as a QA lead, I’ve seen testers struggle with understanding how AI models work. There’s a learning curve, but it can be overcome by investing time in learning the tools and understanding their strengths and weaknesses. Start small and scale as you grow more comfortable.

Oh, this is definitely a concern in many industries. The extra time AI creates should be used for innovation, not burnout. It’s all about company culture—businesses that value their employees will reinvest this time in upskilling or strategic tasks, not just piling on more work.

I totally get this!!! When I first started using automation tools, I had the same fear. To avoid losing core skills, it’s important to always stay hands-on. Use AI as a tool, but don’t let it be your crutch. Practice manual testing or problem-solving to keep your skills sharp.

Efficient Gen AI testing comes down to understanding the data and tuning the models right. From my experience with machine learning models, it’s about creating a feedback loop where the AI continuously learns from each test and improves over time.

Testing AI applications is tricky because you need to validate not just outputs but also how the AI learns. When I’ve worked with AI models, I found setting clear performance benchmarks and running regression tests on model updates keeps things in check.

Gen AI can help automate repetitive tasks and even suggest better test cases based on data. I’ve seen this firsthand in projects where AI cut down our testing time by automating parts of the testing process, freeing us to focus on more complex challenges.

Honestly, AI is already creeping into job descriptions. In the next 5–10 years, AI-powered testing roles will be the norm. Testers who can manage AI tools and still understand the fundamentals of testing will have a leg up in the market.

I’ve worked with junior testers, and I always tell them: AI can help you move faster, but you still need to learn the basics. AI can’t replace the deep understanding of testing methodologies that comes from hands-on experience, especially in the early stages of your career.

AI tools are great at analyzing historical data to predict where defects might happen. In my own projects, this has helped us catch potential issues earlier in the software lifecycle, which is huge for preventing costly bugs down the road.

I’ve personally worked with OpenAI models, but there are specialized LLMs like Codex for code-related tasks. It’s all about picking the right tool for your specific testing needs.