Welcome to today's episode of the podcast! Your host, Kovid Batra, sits down with Leigh Rathbone, Head of Quality Engineering at CAVU, with past contributions to various reputable organisations like Sony Ericsson & The Very Group.

Leigh has been at the forefront of tech innovation, from developing the first touchscreen smartphone and smartwatch to working with AR, VR, and AI tech. In this episode, he shares his insights on the evolution of software testing and automation. Tune in to hear his thoughts on balancing human effort and AI in the tech world.

💡 Highlights

a) Getting Candid

👨🏻‍💻 Leigh’s introduction

✨ Life-defining moment in Leigh’s career

b) Professional Journey

📱 Building the first touchscreen smartphone & smartwatch at Sony Ericsson

🚀 The beginning of automation with WinRunner

c) Key Takeaways

📈 The evolution of software testing & growing trends

🤖 How to effectively utilize AI in testing

✅ Continuous upskilling & team collaboration techniques

🎮 Hands-on testing approach to AR, VR & 3D gaming

🙋‍♀️ The unique value of humans in testing

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