Erdem Yildirim is a Test Architect, working for and mentoring teams towards better test practices. A challange seeker who love to level up test organizations as an efficiency oriented influencer. Started up as a developer, after discovered test automation, got a deep interest in quality and testing. Developed and led over 30 test/automation projects. Experienced in developing tailored test solutions based on project dynamics. Keen to increase quality of release cycles by balancing preventative shift-left and reactive test techniques. Tries to give back to the community as a speaker in test conferences. Loves cycling and hiking.