The Vernon Richard Show on Tester HQ

Testing isn't a specialism"? You keep using that word

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The debate examines whether testing is a specialized discipline or a general skill, questioning QA’s role amid automation, AI, and evolving practices, while critiquing unsubstantiated claims about its necessity. It explores AI’s potential to aid testing but stresses the irreplaceable need for human judgment, adaptability, and collaboration in complex systems.

6 AI Tool Ideas That Will Transform How You Test

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0000

Automation in quality is not just a new concept but also a rebranding of existing practices, raising questions about whether AI and generative AI enable new forms of quality automation beyond traditional testing.

The intersection of AI, automation, and quality assurance is blurring the lines between traditional testing and broader quality-focused efforts, with opportunities for leveraging tools to improve story quality, documentation, and system understanding.

Six Principles of Automation in Testing: Still Relevant in 2026?

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The episode reevaluates Automation in Testing (AIT) principles in the AI era, emphasizing human-centric testing, testability over automatability, and risk-based approaches while addressing challenges like blind trust in automation and the evolving role of observability. It highlights the need to prioritize context, education, and collaboration in testing, alongside redefining quality assurance through AI and intelligent tools.

This Was Supposed to Be About Testing

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0000

The hosts reflect on their personal experiences, goals, and professional development, outlining plans for improvement in areas such as fitness, productivity, digital habits, and financial management in 2026. They also discuss their vision for a platform that helps people acquire and maintain skills, leveraging their expertise and experience in AI, testing, and technology.