Testing Ask Me Anything - Robots in Automation
10th January 2023
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Jason Huggins
Robot Maker

Description
Our host Vernon Richards was joined by Jason Huggins to answer all your questions.
Explore the intersection of robotics and quality assurance in this insightful discussion with Jason Huggins, the mind behind Selenium and Tapster.io. This session delves into the evolving role of robots in testing, contrasting them with traditional automation scripts, and exploring their potential as standard tools in QA efforts. Huggins not only shares anecdotes from his own journey, revealing his biggest robotic fails and lessons learned, but also discusses Tapster.io's specific applications, including its unique approach to interacting with touch screens and its adaptability in testing various devices.
You will gain valuable insights as Huggins addresses practical starting points for those eager to integrate robotics into their testing processes, discusses the ergonomic capabilities of testing robots, and even ventures into the philosophical territory regarding the future dominance of robots. This conversation, rich with practical advice and futuristic contemplation, serves as a beacon for professionals and enthusiasts alike, highlighting the transformative impact of robotics in the realm of automated testing.

Jason Huggins
Robot Maker
I make tabletop robots for testing phones, tablets, and other touchscreen devices. Expertise in Python & JavaScript programming, web and mobile test automation.
Specialties: Open source hardware, test automation, Arduino hacking, and robotics.

Jason Huggins
Robot Maker
I make tabletop robots for testing phones, tablets, and other touchscreen devices. Expertise in Python & JavaScript programming, web and mobile test automation.
Specialties: Open source hardware, test automation, Arduino hacking, and robotics.
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