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The Importance of Trust in Software Testing and AI with Damian Synadinos
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On this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Damian Synadinos, a multifaceted expert with over thirty years of experience in software testing, public speaking, improv, and more.
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Together, they dive deep into the concept of trust in software testing, how it's formed, the dangers of misplaced trust, and why trust is more crucial than ever in today's rapidly evolving world of AI and software testing.
Damien shares how his interest in trust grew out of observing its impact not just in tech but in daily life. He highlights the importance of healthy skepticism, effective communication, and critical thinking for testers and organizations at large. The conversation also explores the challenges of navigating deepfakes, the nuance of risk-based decision-making, and the role of curiosity and questioning in creating better testers.
Whether you're a tester, developer, or just curious about AI's growing influence, this episode offers actionable insights on trust, risk analysis, prompt engineering, and how to communicate skepticism professionally within your organization.
If you've ever wondered what it means to "trust but verify" in a digital age, you won't miss this conversation!
150 episodes
Manage episode 484766729 series 100094
On this episode of the TestGuild Automation Podcast, host Joe Colantonio sits down with Damian Synadinos, a multifaceted expert with over thirty years of experience in software testing, public speaking, improv, and more.
👉 Try Percy now and ship with confidence: https://testguild.me/percyvisual
Together, they dive deep into the concept of trust in software testing, how it's formed, the dangers of misplaced trust, and why trust is more crucial than ever in today's rapidly evolving world of AI and software testing.
Damien shares how his interest in trust grew out of observing its impact not just in tech but in daily life. He highlights the importance of healthy skepticism, effective communication, and critical thinking for testers and organizations at large. The conversation also explores the challenges of navigating deepfakes, the nuance of risk-based decision-making, and the role of curiosity and questioning in creating better testers.
Whether you're a tester, developer, or just curious about AI's growing influence, this episode offers actionable insights on trust, risk analysis, prompt engineering, and how to communicate skepticism professionally within your organization.
If you've ever wondered what it means to "trust but verify" in a digital age, you won't miss this conversation!
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