The Impact of AI on Performance Testing

Corecom’s Software Testing team, Becky, George, and Ben were pleased to host the latest TestBoss event in April. They welcomed Cassy Calvert, Leeds Hub Director at Sogeti, as they discussed the theme ‘Alexa…are we testing AI or is it testing us?’.

The event aimed to address critical concerns around AI including those related to security, ethics, bias, and overall benefits through a ‘world café’ style event. Cassy encouraged discussion and collaboration throughout the event, with attendees sharing personal experiences and opinions on AI and its future in testing using the following topics as prompts:

  • NFT and AI
  • Do we worry about security/ethics in AI?
  • Are there real benefits of AI?
  • Does AI mean the destruction of the testing role?
  • Should we test out bias?

Despite concerns being raised around AI and its impact on Testing, the room agreed that AI was something to be embraced and seen as a positive as it could bring valuable benefits to their roles including:

The attendees also agreed that AI can only be valuable to them in their roles if they stay on top of the latest developments and advancements, continuing to upskill themselves, and embrace AI technologies.

The overall consensus of AI was positive by the end of the event, with everyone agreeing it’s not there to replace testing jobs but to enhance them. One attendee stated:

“Really enjoyed the cafe style questions when discussing different aspects of AI and what the outcome for testing may be. Some really interesting views from all the people there and good conversations.”

We’re always looking to evolve our events, such as using new formats like the world café, so if you’re interested in hosting an event with us, or even attending a future Boss event, please get in touch using the form below.

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