"This show brings you the latest trends, tools, and techniques in test automation. Each week, we explore a range of topics related to quality assurance, including continuous integration, automation frameworks, and test-driven development. In addition to expert insights and real-world examples, we also feature interviews with industry leaders and members of the test automation community. These interviews offer a unique opportunity to learn from the experiences of others and ask questions about the field. But The Test Automation Experience is more than just a show – it's a community. We encourage our viewers to ask questions, share their own experiences, and engage with us and each other. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out in the field, we invite you to join us and become a part of the conversation."
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16 Years of Brutally Honest Automation Advice in 30 Mins
vendredi 25 octobre 2024 • Durée 28:40
Can you handle these truths about automated testing?
In this episode, Nikolay Advolodkin reveals the hard-hitting truths he's discovered throughout his 16-year career in software engineering. From the common misuse of Cucumber to selecting the wrong automation tools, he talks about how these mistakes can lead to wasted effort, unnecessary complexity, and lost resources. He also explains why automating everything can backfire and how flaky tests destroy trust in automation.
Tune in so you don’t have to learn the same hard lessons.
You don’t want to make these mistakes in software development!
In this episode, Nikolay shares the six most significant lessons from his 16-year career. From wasting time on over-engineering to relying too much on UI tests, he breaks down real examples that slow down processes and cost companies money.
These automated testing beliefs might be sabotaging your tests!
In this episode, Nikolay debunks the seven biggest myths about automated testing. From the misconception that “more tests mean better quality” to the fallacy of “automation replacing manual testing,” Nikolay shares hands-on experiences and examples from his 16 years of experience. You’ll learn how to optimize your automated tests, avoid costly mistakes, and streamline your testing processes for better efficiency and reliability.
Whether you’re a coding hobbyist or a seasoned pro, this episode is packed with insights for developers and companies alike to save time, money, and headaches – all while delivering smoother code.
00:00) Intro
(00:18) Myth #1: More Tests Mean Better Quality
(01:02) 100,000 Automated Browser Tests and 40% Failure Rate
(06:06) Myth #3: Automation is Too Expensive and Time-Consuming
(07:55) Starting with a Single Test in CI
(09:30) Myth #4: Anyone Can Write Automated Tests
(11:40) Importance of Skilled Automation Engineers
(12:46) Myth #5: Automation Tools Solve All Problems
(14:30) Choosing the Right Tools for Salesforce Testing
(16:45) Myth #6: All Tests Should Be Automated
(18:44) Prioritizing Flows for Automation
(19:26) Myth #7: You Can Set It and Forget It
(21:07) Maintaining Automation Systems
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I Lost $75k In A Crypto Scam: Lesson Learned
vendredi 20 septembre 2024 • Durée 21:35
Nikolay lost over $75,000 in cryptocurrency after falling victim to one of the most sophisticated scamming operations he’s ever seen.
In this episode, Nikolay breaks down what happened and why he didn’t catch on until it was too late— even as a seasoned software engineer. You’ll learn exactly how the scammers bypassed his two-factor authentication and tricked him into using fake URLs. But more importantly, find out how YOU can avoid falling for the same traps and secure your accounts.
Do security tests and APIs leave you confused? Expert Bas Dijkstra makes API testing look easy and shares the essentials every dev ops professional needs to know.
You’ll learn how to spot and fix common API vulnerabilities, including sneaky JavaScript injections to the all-too-common broken object-level authorization. With hands-on demos and practical advice, you'll discover how to fortify your APIs against real-world threats. But that's not all—Bas also gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming contract testing course, perfect for anyone looking to master integration testing and ensure seamless API communication.
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Cassidy Williams: Career, Productivity, Community, and more
vendredi 30 août 2024 • Durée 46:36
How do you build lightning-fast websites with Astro and React?
In this episode, Nikolay teams up with Cassidy Williams, a developer advocate and educator with a flair for making complex concepts fun and accessible. Watch as Cassidy attempts to build an Astro website in 60 seconds, integrates React for interactivity, and shares tips on optimizing performance. Along the way, she shares her favorite productivity tools, discusses the power of community, and offers invaluable career advice for developers.
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About Nikolay Advolodkin: Host of Test Automation Experience
vendredi 23 août 2024 • Durée 48:19
Remember to always believe in yourself, never give up, and to conquer every challenge that comes your way. That’s the mantra Nikolay has for himself.
In this special episode, we're flipping the script. Jason Baum, host of neighboring podcast, Test Case Scenario, takes over as the host to interview Nikolay about his life and career. You’ll learn the motivations that have fueled his journey from a young immigrant in the U.S. to a leading voice in the world of test automation. From the industry expertise and insights, and reflecting about life’s wins and losses, there’s something for everyone.
What happened with CrowdStrike and how can we make sure that we avoid another catastrophe?
Nikolay sits down with BJ Muse of Muse Umbrella to understand more. With extensive expertise in cyber liability engineering, BJ is the perfect guest to discuss the infamous CrowdStrike incident that caused the global outage that affected over 8 million Windows machines. Tune in to see how Nikolay and BJ break down what happened and complete an automated testing diagram that could have saved billions of dollars.
Ever wondered how to master mocking in JavaScript and elevate your automated testing skills?
In this episode of Test Automation Experience, Nikolay sits down with Artem Zakharchenko, a renowned expert with over 3 million downloads of his Mock Service Worker. Artem unveils the secrets behind his success and takes us through his journey at Epic Web Dev, sharing insights from his comprehensive workshops on testing fundamentals and advanced mocking techniques.
What does automated testing look like when paired with AI?
In this episode of Test Automation Experience, host Nikolay Advolodkin is joined by special guests Daniel Huynh and Paul Palmieri of LaVague.AI, a pioneering web automation tool designed to harness the power of AI and computer vision for test automation.
LaVague leverages Behavior Driven Development (BDD) spec files to generate robust and reusable Selenium test code automatically. Tune in to learn about LaVague's unique ability to take web page screenshots, analyze HTML nodes, and generate instructions that can adapt to interface changes and various screen ratios.
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(00:00) Intro (00:30) Mistake #1: Not Working In An Iterative Manner (01:48) Over-Engineering with Keyword Driven Testing (03:12) The Pitfall of Premature Optimization (04:10) Mistake #2: Attempting To Automate Long And Complicated Flows (05:45) The Benefit of Atomic Tests vs. End-to-End Tests (07:02) Mistake #3: Attempting To Automate Everything Through The Ui (08:55) Why API Tests Are Faster and More Stable (10:12) Mistake #4: Attempting to Automate Everything (11:44) Focusing on Business Objectives Instead (13:10) Mistake #5: Not Learning the Technology Stack (14:35) Why Understanding Your Framework is Crucial (16:02) Mistake #6: Being Afraid to Ask for Help (17:20) How Collaboration Improves Automation Outcomes
