The Future of DevOps - AI-Driven Testing



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Podcast Summary:

Title: Test Guild DevOps Toolchain Podcast

Host: Joe

Guests: Fitz and Todd

Topic: GenAI Trends in Testing and DevOps

Key Points:

  • Fitz is a Yale-educated software engineer and co-founder of Reflect, which SmartBear acquired in 2024.
  • Todd is also a co-founder of Reflect, a test automation tool that uses AI to execute manual test cases.
  • Reflect’s AI can interpret English language instructions for test automation, making it unique.
  • SmartBear’s integration with Zephyr Scale allows users to run manual test cases as automated tests using Reflect’s AI.
  • The integration will be available in beta for Zephyr Scale customers, enabling them to automate tests with a click.
  • The AI augmentation in Reflect is designed to assist testers, not replace them, by handling test execution.
  • Vision AI is a promising technology that could revolutionize testing by interpreting visual elements like a human tester.
  • Fitz and Todd will be showcasing Reflect at the Atlassian Team Conference.

Resources:

  • Reflect Website: reflect.run
  • Zephyr Scale: Available in the Atlassian Marketplace within Jira
  • SmartBear: smartbear.com
  • BugSnag by SmartBear: bugsnag.com (Free trial available)

Parting Thoughts:

  • Look for the “Run Automated Test” button in Zephyr Scale coming soon.
  • Reflect’s AI is an accelerator for testing, fitting into existing workflows.
  • Vision AI is an exciting area with potential to change automation processes.

Contact:

  • For more information or to see a demo, reach out at the Atlassian Team Conference or visit the Reflect website.

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