The audience has spoken! After being voted one of last year's best sessions, this crowd favorite returns to the program - and this time, we're recording it. :) agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

A fun and educational workshop by Rick Tracy. Just as the title suggests, it's all about games, games, and testing games! Enjoy and read here for more details: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Feeling overwhelmed by security findings during triage? Attend Lisi Hocke's workshop to learn how to handle them in the best way! See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Gender bias is getting worse with AI - so here we go with a workshop to help prevent it! Join Evelien Roos and learn, in a practical way, where and how to intervene. See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Pull requests are often see as a tool only for developers. In this mind-blowing workshop by Andrea Jensen and 🔗 Christian Baumann you will see what pull requests offer to testers and why it makes sense to use them. See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

This workshop by Dragan Spiridonov & Lalitkumar Bhamare is really engaging: discover Agentic Quality Engineering, a new paradigm that enables testers to leverage expert-level insights and decision-making from day one. Read more and sign up: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Join the workshop by Lisa Crispin & Monica Oyugi and exchange experiences on using LLMs, QE agents, and other GenAI tools to collaborate more effectively in testing. See more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Try woodworking with the awesome 🔗 Christian Baumann and Søren Wassard Wassard, and leave with a deep understanding of Kanban and a wooden object you made yourself! Discover more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

In his talk, Johan Klintin will focus on explaining how software testers can recognize risks early and, instead of fixing bugs, prevent them at a very early stage. Learn this & much more on Agile Testing Days 2026! agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Welcome SquashTM to Agile Testing Days for the first time! SquashTM is an international, open-source test management platform, see more here: www.squashtm.com/en

Joep Schuurkes draws on more than 20 years of experience in the testing industry to reach an insightful conclusion: testing has always been about revealing software quality, regardless of how its methods and approaches have evolved over time. Read more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

This session by Jitesh Gosai explores how code, release processes, organisational choices, and interconnected systems work together to create reliability—or trigger widespread disruption. See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

"Metrics convey numbers, but not a message." In this talk, Jessica M. argues that effective project communication requires much more than simply collecting data. Learn more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

When Automation Fails: A very practical talk by Jen Cook, who uses real-life examples to explain why manual testing still outperforms automated testing and what automated testing typically overlooks. See more on: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

AI may change how we test, but not why great testers matter. Join this inspiring session by Irja Straus to uncover the timeless skills that will keep you ahead of the curve - and in demand - whatever the future brings. Discover more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Developers approach legacy code looking for what to change. Testers need to understand what to protect. In her fascinating Talk Imola Mészár explains the principle of Chesterton's Fence in software testing. Read more on: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Are you thinking about a career change and becoming a manager? Before you go for it, take a moment to listen to Jenny Bramble's talk to learn what to expect, prepare better, and assess whether this is really the best choice for you. See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

This talk by Jenna Charlton explores psycho-sociological engineering and how QE teams can navigate the identity crisis brought on by the age of AI. Look here for more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

We are happy to announce that GermanTechJobs will be our media sponsor this year - if you re looking for a job opportunity in Germany, that's your address! See more: germantechjobs.de/jobs/Tester/...

AI systems do not behave like traditional software, so classic pass-or-fail testing is no longer enough. In her talk Nicole van Gijn will present Evaluaite, a practical framework designed to help teams structure quality governance in AI-driven systems. See: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

This powerful experience report shows how a sudden health condition completely changed Pradeep Soundararajan's perspective on accessibility - from something meant for “others” to something that can affect anyone at any time. Discover more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Qiushuang Wang highlights a common problem in software testing: all criteria are green, everything works on paper, everybody is happy, but in reality there are major bugs that nobody noticed in time. See more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

This talk by Radostina (Ina) Tsvetkova challenges the idea that users always follow “happy paths” and shows why real-life behavior — distraction, mistakes, stress, and cognitive overload — must be part of accessibility testing. Read more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Quan Dao shares a personal success story: how he and his team managed to transition from weekly manual releases to deploying seven times per day, and how it helped the team gain more confidence. Discover how he managed it at Agile Testing Days in Potsdam. See: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Tobey Aumann's session: Drawing on lessons learned from two years in an axe-throwing league, it shows how consistency, resilience, and self-compassion can help you overcome failure and drive meaningful transformation. Click here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

In his talk Tobias Geyer will name a concrete examples of difficulties, gender-diverse people face in software, starting from a lack of gender options/salutations/pronouns. Learn in only 25 minutes what you need to pay attention to! See more on our website: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Speaking at Agile Testing Days for the first time, Ulla-Mari Schroderus will give a talk about human dynamics in projects, which is often overlooked, yet strongly shapes the quality of project outcomes. Discover more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

This talk by Vernon Richards will show you how to communicate your work in a way that truly resonates with stakeholders by focusing on real problems and genuine value. You will learn how to earn a meaningful seat at the decision-making table. Read more on: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

We welcome our colleague Vero B. Betzel as a speaker at the Agile Testing Days again! In his fascinating talk about mindfulness & Dialectical Behaviour Therapy, you can learn techniques for dealing better with stress, conflict and overwhelm. For details: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg is a guideline for all interpersonal relationships. Understand the concept, learn how to apply it, and practice it during the 180-minute workshop by Jana Noack at Agile Testing Days 2026. See more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Do you ever feel like you are talking about your project while the colleagues around you just look more and more confused? During this workshop, you will learn how to communicate complex technical issues effectively. See more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Miscommunication often happens because a lot takes place between hearing what someone says and answering to it. Join the eye-opening workshop led by Christopher Chant & Joep Schuurkes and learn how to communicate better. See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

The insightful talk by Andrej Thiele introducing observability testing will take place on Wednesday, November 19th. Be there, see how he tests using OpenTelemetry (OTel), and get a new skill! For details, click here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Deception is not homogeneous; there are nuances and a spectrum ranging from more to less truthful. Curious? Listen to Andrew Brown’s talk at Agile Testing Days 2026. More info here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Another remarkable comparison by Ester Greenwood: ballet and testing! Using the techniques that major theaters apply to their performances and risk management, you can improve your testing strategy and gain a fresh perspective on testing. Discover more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

In his talk Geosley Andrades will introduce Vibe Testing - a practical approach to testing in AI-assisted development environments. The session will not be just pure theory - Geosley will use live demonstration with Cursor AI and Windsurf. See more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

At first sight, you might not see a direct connection between the Chinese thinker, strategist, and author of "The Art of War", Sun Tzu, and AI — but hey, Guna Petrova builds this bridge so well! It makes so much sense! Youca See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

In Imola Mészár's talk “Bugs as Designed,” she will focus on the fact that, at the same time, a bug with a small technical impact and low priority can still cause a serious health problem for a real person and therefore deserves the highest priority. agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Have you ever felt like the praise for your work was undeserved? Tamara Josten will share her personal story and the ways she boosts her self-image and, as a result, gains more confidence. Join us: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

How do I test genAI? Stuart Thomas will share his experience, and you will leave with ready-to-use techniques, which you can directly apply after the conference. More here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

In her talk, Suman Bala will share how she managed to deal with the challenge of introducing the accessibility measures fast in an organization where she was new and did not have allies yet... Be ready for the challenge before you face it: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

This year, Thierry de Pauw will talk about continuous delivery and why speed is not what matters most. He is the founder of Thinking Labs, an advisory company focused on optimizing IT delivery. See more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

You have a product that has been successfully on the market for a long time, but its performance keeps getting worse and worse? Tobias Geyer will guide you step by step through the rescue plan based on his own product and experiences. Visit us on: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Another session by the power duo Huib Schoots & Paul Holland: a workshop dedicated exclusively to critical thinking. This skill has always been important, but with the rise of AI, it has become one of the most essential tools for testing professionals. agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Ru Cindrea's talk on automation in mobile games is full of real-life examples, practical solutions, and easy-to-implement techniques. It’s the perfect opportunity to get the crème de la crème from her 10 years of experience! Read more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

In her honest talk, Sophie Kuester will share her techniques for dealing with a hyper-dynamic work environment and feelings of overwhelm. The world is spinning, and it will probably continue to do so, but you can slow yourself down. See more here: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Have you heard of Developairing and would like to try it, but aren't sure how? Join Alex(andra) Schladebeck & Tim Winselmann for their talk on Thursday, November 19th and learn how to apply it in your work! Discover more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Don't miss the fun workshop by Ted M. Young during AgileTD 2026! JitterTed’s TDD Game is designed to help you experience the real power of Test-Driven Development in a fun, hands-on way. Click here for more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

Clare Norman is bringing a double feature to Agile Testing Days 2026 - a keynote and a workshop! During the workshop, you will learn how to become more inclusive and create space for those who have a lot to say but rarely get the chance to speak. Discover more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...

In this workshop led by Ray Arell and Martin Hynie, you will create a working smart home prototype using ESP32, Zigbee, sensors, and a touchscreen interface. See more: agiletestingdays.com/2026/session...