Why a list of top software testing conferences?
Many testers ask me what the future of software testing is and how they prepare for it.
One answer may be obvious, but you must always be learning to succeed in test automation, QA, software testing, or any industry.
One way to help you on your continuous learning journey is to attend onsite and online tester conferences.
Also, y'all might have noticed that my list includes events that many others don't. Why? Because it wasn't generated by AI or a marketing team at a testing company just trying to boost SEO and drive traffic. This list is based on REAL experience—my own and that of real-world testers I speak with every day on my podcasts
Here are some of the most often cited events (So that you know, this list is NOT a ranking) testers have told me they find value from on my automation testing podcast.
So, let's first start with conferences that focus on the big three open-source solutions for browser automation for your testing education.
Playwright User Event
As my latest automation testing trends report mentioned, Playwright remains this year's leading automation testing solution. Our survey shows it is one of the fastest-growing interest areas for our community.
So, let. ‘s start this list with a conference focused solely on Playwright test automation for solutions to automate software testing.
The Worldwide Playwright User Event is a conference dedicated to the Microsoft Playwright testing framework, bringing together developers, QA professionals, and test automation enthusiasts.
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Attendees can expect expert-led sessions on real-world success stories and advanced tips for integrating Playwright into CI/CD pipelines.
The event offers a mix of technical talks, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities, making it a valuable forum to share insights on cross-browser testing, performance optimization, and emerging features in Playwright. If you’re looking to sharpen your test automation skills or learn from industry pioneers in the Playwright ecosystem, this event stands out as a must-attend
If you want to learn JUST about the Microsoft Playwright web testing framework, this one is for you.
When: The next event will take place on May 7, 2025, 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET
SeleniumConf – Selenium Appium Conference
For Selenium and Appium testing enthusiasts, you can't go wrong with the Selenium Appium Conference (SeleniumConf).
This conference focuses on bringing together both the global Selenium and Appium communities and projects related to browser and mobile automation tools.
It features talks and workshops led by Selenium and Appium core committers and industry experts, covering new features, best practices, and real-world success stories.
The first Selenium conference I ever attended was in Boston in 2013, which was eye-opening. I learned a ton and highly recommend this one to all automation engineers interested in Selenium and Appium.
When: The next SeleniumConf takes places Valencia | March 26-28 2025.
CypressConf
If you've ever spoken with a Cypress automation ambassador, you know how excited they get about this test framework.
It is especially popular among front-end developers and is repeatedly cited in our annual TestGuild survey as a great solution for Javascript lovers.
If that is you, then CypressConf is a must-attend.
This conference is a free virtual event focused on the latest in Cypress and end-to-end testing. It's perfect for seasoned Cypress users or newbies just getting started.
When: TBA
Robocon
The Robot Framework is one of the most unheralded automation frameworks available.
Its flexibility is touted on my podcast as one of its biggest strengths in handling complex text automation challenges using a unifying framework.
So, what is Robocon?
Robocon is a conference focused on Robot Framework, a popular open-source automation framework. It's a great event for anyone interested in test automation, as it brings together a community of developers, testers, and enthusiasts to share knowledge, tools, and best practices.
It offers both onsite and online options for attendees.
I've had the honor the past three years of running/hosting the online event and am always amazed to learn about its diverse testing features and very helpful community.
When: Next RoboCon on-site talkes place February 11-15, 2025 and online March 4-7, 2025,
The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP)
The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) is hosting several key events in 2025 that are highly beneficial for software testers and automation engineers. These gatherings offer opportunities to enhance skills, stay updated on industry trends, and expand professional networks.
As you know I truly believe that software testers should be involved in security testing and these events are a great way to get up to speed on security testing.
Attending these events can provide valuable insights into application security, directly benefiting your testing and automation processes. For more details and registration information, visit the OWASP events page.
When: OWASP Global AppSec US 2025 – Washington, DC November 3-7, 2025
BrowserStack QA leadership Summit
You should check out the annual BrowserStack QA leadership Summit for quality assurance.
The BrowserStack QA Leadership Summit brings together leaders and experts in the field of quality assurance to discuss the latest trends, challenges, methods and techniques around innovations in testing.
It's a fantastic opportunity for QA professionals to network, learn from industry leaders, and explore new strategies to enhance their testing processes. The summit typically features a lineup of insightful sessions, panel discussions, and workshops led by top experts from various industries. It's all about sharing knowledge and empowering QA teams to drive quality and efficiency in their organizations.
I had the honor of kicking off last year's event by speaking with Nakul Aggarwal, CTO and Co-founder of BrowserStack, about Navigating the Future of Testing & Quality Insights- Test coverage, AI, and more, and I had a great time.
When: QA Leadership Summit Spring 2025 on 5th March 2025
QA or the Highway
QA or the Highway is an in-person one-day software quality assurance and testing conference.
It's a fantastic event for QA professionals to gather, share insights, and learn from industry experts.
The conference typically features a variety of sessions that cover a wide range of topics around test automation, agile testing, workshops, and networking opportunities, all aimed at enhancing your skills and knowledge in the QA field. It's a great place to explore new tools, methodologies, and best practices.
It is also the first and only conference I have ever keynoted in person, and it was an awesome conference experience. So it has a special place in my heart.
When: Join them this year 0 6-27-2025 in COLUMBUS, OH/THE OHIO UNION
International Conference on Performance Engineering (ICPE)
The ACM/SPEC International Conference on Performance Engineering (ICPE) is a premier event dedicated to advancing performance engineering across diverse computing environments. With a rich history spanning 16 years, ICPE originated from the convergence of workshops on software performance prediction and benchmarking. The conference provides a unique platform for industry practitioners and researchers to explore the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in performance engineering.
I learned about this event years ago from Alexander Podelko who is a hardcore performance engineer and currently Senior Performance Engineer at Amazon Web Services (AWS).
He tole me that ICPE covers a wide range of topics, including performance modeling, analysis, measurement, benchmarking, and run-time management across various systems—ranging from cloud and edge computing to mobile devices and large-scale data centers. Attendees gain insights into critical aspects such as scalability, reliability, security, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in modern software and system design.
The conference addresses emerging areas such as AI-driven systems, IoT, cloud/edge infrastructures, and distributed architectures, offering practical strategies to manage their growing complexity. ICPE’s program features cutting-edge research, case studies, and expert discussions, making it an essential event for professionals looking to enhance system performance and reliability.
Why Attend?
- Gain insights from leading experts in performance engineering.
- Discover innovative techniques for performance modeling and optimization.
- Explore practical applications in various domains, including cloud, AI, and IoT.
- Network with peers from both academia and industry.
For software testers and automation engineers, ICPE provides valuable perspectives on improving application efficiency and achieving optimal system performance in today's dynamic technological landscape.
When: May 5-9 2025
Innovate QA
The founder of Innovate QA Anna Royzman has been on my automation testing podcast for many years, and she is an expert in running software engineering onsite events for QA.
When: Her latest is Innovate QA, an onsite event in Seattle on June 5, 2025.
Anna told me this QA conference focuses on the importance of software testing with insights, best practices, and cutting-edge tools to build high-quality, safe, accessible, and reliable systems and products that customers love.
These events typically feature industry experts, thought leaders, and practitioners who share practical insights, emerging trends, and real-world case studies to help software testers.
By attending an InnovateQA event in 2025, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your understanding of cutting-edge testing tools and methodologies, learn how to streamline automation efforts and connect with a community of like-minded peers.
Automation Guild
Ok, for the biggest one of them all, I highly recommend our Automation Guild online conference and community.
Automation Guild was one of the first online conferences in the world dedicated to the automation of software testing, helping you succeed at creating what we like to call test automation awesomeness.
It's a fantastic event where we bring together some of the top automation experts globally to share actionable tips, the latest tools, techniques, and best practices you can implement immediately.
We cover functional automated testing, artificial intelligence, DevOps, performance testing, and security testing: continuous integration, mobile testing, and more.
The best part?
It's 100% online, so you can join from anywhere without the hassle of traveling. You get lifetime access to all the recordings, which means you can revisit the sessions anytime you need a refresher. So think of it as a conference + membership + community all rolled up in one for year-long automation testing support and learning.
If you are all about accelerating your modern software automation efforts and connecting with a community of like-minded professionals, make sure to register now,
The event is five testing days long, Feb 10-14, but the community lives on before, during, and after the event is over. If you miss it, you can join the community and get instant access to all the recordings with an access replay pass ticket.
I created this event for software testers by software testers in 2016 as a user conference on advanced automated testing topics.
Every automation guild aims to help attendees discover a tip, tool, best practice, or mindset that will help a new or existing automation project advance.
If you are looking for a 24×7 automation software testing community to support and exchange ideas, I highly recommend you join this event.
I look forward to seeing you there.
When: Feb 10-14 2025