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Introductory talk exploring digital twins for testing complex systems — from software-defined vehicles and next-generation batteries to smart energy grids and AI-powered surgical robots — and how virtual replicas shape real-world performance. Demystifies what digital twins are, how they work, and why they are transforming development by enabling safer, faster, and leaner processes.

Live-demo showing automated testing of large language models. Addresses non-determinism in ML systems and demonstrates how a second LLM can act as a judge. Also explores Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) for querying documents and guiding tests.

Do you feel frustrated when you put in a lot of effort to complete a task, only for no one to be happy with the result? The tester says it's wrong, and the product manager insists it should be supported. What's wrong with me? Nothing — the challenge isn't just individual effort, but how development and QA work together. Developers and testers can influence these processes, not just managers. We just need to know what options we have. Alex will share communication strategies from his experience working with DevOps, QA, and developers, navigating informational chaos, and introducing new ideas.

In this interactive, humorous, and highly practical QA negotiation workshop, Veronika Ilina leads teams to pitch ideas to leaders who may say No. Participants team up to face an unpredictable team lead whose reactions are randomized, ranging from bad arguments to supportive. Sharpen negotiation skills by pitching salary raises, new tech tools, or smarter processes, and learn to navigate different leadership styles. Will your idea survive the roll of the dice? A hands-on workshop on QA negotiations.

Software testing isn’t just about apps and web services — it’s also about ensuring the safety of real-world systems. Taras, a test engineer at Siemens, takes us inside the high-stakes world of railway system testing, where software meets physics, mechanics, and strict regulatory standards. We’ll explore how modern rail networks operate, the complex interplay of automation and control systems, and why testing in this domain is more than just debugging—it’s about preventing real-world failures. Expect an interactive deep dive into how railway traffic is managed, the challenges of certifying high-risk systems, and the technical depth required to keep trains running safely and efficiently.