Continuous testing isn't just about automation—it's about strategy, feedback, and getting your team unstuck. In today’s episode, Jason Baum and Marcus Merrell are joined by former co-host, Evelyn Coleman, to welcome Marc Hornbeek on the show. If you’re not familiar with Marc, he’s a legend in the world of DevOps. The author of “Continuous Testing, Quality Security and Feedback,” and CEO and Principal Consultant of Engineering DevOps Consulting, he knows what it takes to succeed in the industry.

80% of data management experts struggle to forecast data-related cloud costs with precision (Forrester). The root causes? A critical shortage of granular visibility needed for accurate cost allocation, fragmented data siloed away from those who need it most, and a notable absence of AI-driven tools and automated processes capable of predicting future expenditures. Learn how to get granular costs with ease using Unravel Data. Join this Weekly Walkthrough series, FinOps Metrics that Matter, to understand the critical benefits of drilling down into your costs at the most detailed levels.

In a world where it’s easy to get stuck in a daily grind, leadership can sometimes feel like a never-ending loop of putting out fires, dealing with team challenges, and hoping that each project lands smoothly. But what if there’s a way to shift from just "getting through" the day to genuinely transforming your approach? In this session, Mike Lyles explores the art of IT leadership from a fresh perspective, focusing on building meaningful connections, driving personal growth, and creating a positive ripple effect within your team and beyond.

Aghi’s Vision on API and AI – CEO of Kong The Impact of an API Platform and AI Gateway – Wangchong Zhou, Tech Lead, Kong Azure and Kong – Jingtao, Kong Sharing on the Practice of Kong Gateway in China – Andrew Han, VP & Co-founder of Gingkoo Panel discussion.

Open source can seem like a daunting world to step into. Maybe you've heard it’s important, especially as more companies look for profiles with open source contributions. But where do you even begin? Starting on a random project feels overwhelming, and finding time is another challenge altogether. If you’ve ever felt like this, then this session is exactly what you need. Drawing from personal experience as a contributor to Selenium, this talk breaks down what it truly means to join the open-source community.

In this session, Mesut Durukal takes us into the world of code reviews, not just as a formality but as a critical part of the test automation lifecycle. He dives into a real-world scenario from his own team, where the code review process was marred by inconsistencies. Some reviewers were too strict, creating roadblocks that delayed tasks, while others let everything slide. This talk reveals how Mesut and his team tackled these issues, balancing rigor with flexibility to create a code review culture that enhances quality without stifling progress.

Hosted By: What is the impact of development velocity? One of the leading financial services companies reduced test execution time from 6 days to 36 hours, equating to 4x time savings. The pressure to innovate quickly and keep up with competitors is real. Watch Marc Hornbeek, CEO of Engineering DevOps Consulting and author of Engineering DevOps, and Marcus Merrell, Principal Technical Advisor at Sauce Labs, for a discussion on innovation velocity and to learn how DevOps teams are iterating quickly so they can focus on delivering innovative software.

Never before have the promises and perils of enterprise innovation been so great. An entire class of innovation built on AI creates enormous potential for delighting customers, igniting productivity and launching new offerings. But these opportunities are coupled with evolving risks, while mature enterprises must manage a broad portfolio of systems and applications. How will your DevOps teams quickly capitalize on the promises while mitigating new risks and tending to a more complex technology landscape?

Platform engineering has emerged as an essential discipline for empowering application development and DevOps teams to deliver better software faster, while seamlessly addressing security and compliance requirements. In this keynote, Sanjeev Sharma, SVP of Platform Engineering for Dell Technologies, will share how his business delivers a comprehensive, automated platform for its teams. He’ll give an update on their progress and achievements, while addressing the most challenging roadblocks they’ve faced along the way.

Many businesses are struggling with the large mass of investments, complexity and technical debt of their IT estates. How can IT leaders create velocity and agility in this reality? In this executive panel, our session moderator, will lead a discussion with other IT leaders on how they’re employing modern practices, data and tools to embrace complexity and move faster without attempting impractical, failure-prone changes to the way they operate. You’ll learn proven practices for moving faster, just when your business needs it the most.