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SUMMARY:TestFormation 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us again for TestFormation 2026 – now even bigger and better than ever! \nThis year’s theme\, “Elevating quality in the age of intelligent autonomy: driving trust\, transparency\, and governance in AI-powered testing“\, promises transformative insights through world-class keynotes\, panels\, and sessions. \nKeynotes: \n\nBadal Bhushan (Distinguished Engineer\, Walmart): “Testing Tryst in Autonomous AI Systems” – IC³T for agentic AI authority risks\nSheena Yap Chan (WSJ bestselling author): “Visible Confidence in AI-Powered QA” – Ethical leadership frameworks\nAnu Thothathri (Cognizant QE Leader): “From Testing to Trust” – Modern QE for enterprise AI trust\nRogerio Castillo (Caliche Energy Solutions Founder): “Testing in the Age of AI” – TMMi for AI-era quality\n\nFeatured Panel (10 AM):\n“Engineering Leadership in the Age of AI-Driven Quality” moderated by Dr. Amanda Fetch (AI Advisor)\, featuring: \n\nTejas Pandit (MeshDefend.ai Co-Founder/CEO): Builds AI-native systems; ex-Dell global teams\nWendy Lally (Engineering Director): Hands-on leader in AI\, supercomputing\, platform engineering; ex-Intel/Dell\nHimanshu Pathak (Meta QA Automation Lead): Transforms manual QA with GenAI\n\nOther sessions cover:\nAutonomous AI agent validation\, TMMi cloud security maturity\, AI-driven governance controls\, data governance clarity\, GenAI automation frameworks\, model-based testing\, agentic QA ecosystems\, AI testing maturity models\, Zero Trust\, safe GenAI guardrails\, and tool-enabled AI agents. \nKey Benefits: \n\nFree\, virtual\, global access on March 12\nFull session recordings available to all registrants – never miss a session!\nNetwork via channels + win speaking slots next year\, webinars\, or newsletter articles!\n\nPresented by TMMi America Foundation. \nRegister now (limited spots!):\nhttps://tmmiamerica2024.zohobackstage.com/TestFormation2026
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/testformation-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Price-Jones":MAILTO:neil@nvp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T210000
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UID:7720-1774461600-1774472400@nvp.ca
SUMMARY:AI as a Force Multiplier for QE Leaders | 12th Toronto Meetup
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/ai-as-a-force-multiplier-for-qe-leaders-12th-toronto-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T120000
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SUMMARY:AI testing for the Test Lead or Manager
DESCRIPTION:A survey of what needs to be considered as a Test Leader or Manager when embarking on using AI in testing or testing an AI enabled system. \nTarget audiences: Organisations who want to use AI in their testing or are testing an AI infused system and must have some proof for a potential or actual client. \nStage:  Client negotiation and agreement. \nChallenges you are facing:\nWhat constitutes signoff and proof.\nWhat processes need to be followed\nHow can we assure the client that it works. \nDate:  March 26\, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. Virtual \nRegistration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yh1Cf6PzThu4fcxZJnHzmg
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/ai-testing-for-the-test-lead-or-manager/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Speaking
ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Price-Jones":MAILTO:neil@nvp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260506T135524
CREATED:20260119T142820Z
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UID:7654-1774980900-1774985400@nvp.ca
SUMMARY:TASSQ March  2026 meeting
DESCRIPTION:Register at tassq.org/events
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/tassq-march-2026-meeting/
LOCATION:Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Chapters,Speaking
ORGANIZER;CN="TASSQ":MAILTO:president@tassq.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T130000
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CREATED:20260126T135804Z
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SUMMARY:Quality Assurance for Startups and Small Organisations
DESCRIPTION:QA is frequently ignored until it is too late.    Then when the product is released there is a scramble to make updates and release items without proper testing.  Putting in QA earlier resolves these problems. \nTarget audiences:  Organisations who have a need for Product Assurance driven by the market requirements or regulations and do not know what to do.  Organisations who require independent testing to satisfy a customer requirement.  Organisations trying to sell the company. \nStage:  Presale\, Negotiation with client. \nChallenges you are facing\nDo not know how to start testing.\nTimeline crunch.\nNeed to hit the ground running with testing. \n  \nDate: April 23\, 2026 12:00 p.m. Virtual \nRegistration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uR8Noz8fQhmDDlReePHV1g
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/quality-assurance-for-startups-and-small-organisations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Speaking
ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Price-Jones":MAILTO:neil@nvp.ca
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260521T130000
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CREATED:20260427T190453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T124717Z
UID:7747-1779364800-1779368400@nvp.ca
SUMMARY:Practical AI for Testers: 5 Skills That Actually Make a Difference
DESCRIPTION:AI is transforming software testing—but many testers struggle to turn it into real\, consistent productivity. \nIn this session\, Swati Seela shares five practical AI skills that go beyond experimentation—helping testers generate structured\, usable test cases\, accelerate automation development\, and integrate AI into real-world testing workflows. \nThis is a practical\, example-driven session focused on what actually works—so you can apply these techniques immediately to improve speed\, quality\, and overall impact. \n  \nSwati Seela is a Principal Software Quality Assurance Engineer with over 20 years of experience in software testing\, test automation\, and quality engineering across global teams. She has led the design and implementation of scalable automation frameworks and robust testing strategies that improve product quality and team efficiency. \nShe is the author of 100+ articles on SoftwareTestingHelp.com\, where her work on risk-based testing\, test design\, and practical quality engineering has helped thousands of testers rethink how they approach testing—not just execute it. Her contributions focus on building thoughtful\, high-impact testing practices grounded in real-world experience.
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/practical-ai-for-testers-5-skills-that-actually-make-a-difference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured,Speaking
ORGANIZER;CN="Neil Price-Jones":MAILTO:neil@nvp.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T170000
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CREATED:20260108T140112Z
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UID:7645-1779782400-1779814800@nvp.ca
SUMMARY:National Software Testing and Quality Engineering Conference
DESCRIPTION:The National Software Testing and Quality Engineering Conference is scheduled to take place on May 26\, 2026\, at the Delta Marriott in Downtown Toronto– 75 Lower Simcoe St\, Toronto\, ON M5J 3A6\, Canada\nThis conference is specifically designed for experts in software testing\, quality assurance\, and quality engineering\, and it aims to provide a thrilling new gathering tailored to their needs.\nThe field is currently experiencing a revolution with the introduction of AI\, making this an ideal moment for professionals to take charge and stay ahead of the curve.\nBy attending this one-day event in May\, participants will have the opportunity to network with industry pioneers who are shaping the future\, as well as leverage the power of AI through interactive workshops.
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/national-software-testing-and-quality-engineering-conference/
LOCATION:Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260526T193000
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CREATED:20260428T182248Z
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UID:7750-1779818400-1779823800@nvp.ca
SUMMARY:TASSQ May Event
DESCRIPTION:When I started my career twenty years ago\, software quality basically meant “no bugs\,” and testing meant executing a finite set of cases. Since then\, I’ve watched the concept evolve alongside significant shifts in technology and industry practices. Because these changes have been largely additive\, we face an ever-expanding horizon of what “good” software looks like. \nIn this talk\, I offer a definition of modern software quality that incorporates the many expectations accumulated from technological and process trends such as Agile\, automated testing\, cloud hosting\, DevOps\, and AI. Drawing on my own painful experiences with neglecting or misunderstanding the evolving dimensions of quality\, I’ll share examples of what I’ve learned from them and what effective practices can look like. \nTo help you assess how you and your team are doing with respect to this laundry list of quality-related things to be responsible for\, we will break them down into four key pillars: \nUser Value: Building the Right Thing (strategic alignment\, risk assessment\, measurable impact) Product Health: Testing the Things We Can Predict (enabling and executing solid testing strategies) Operational Health: Dealing with the Unexpected (observability\, recovery\, non-deterministic behaviour) Sustainability: Holistic Stewardship (security\, cost\, performance\, accessibility\, maintainability) \nWe’ll cover a series of questions to help you explore and audit each area\, followed by a set of prompts to help you determine where the next quality evolution is likely to come from in your context. \nWhile the field may have been simpler when I began\, the constant transformation is what has kept it exciting. Fortunately\, today it’s easier than ever to learn a new skill that can bring more value to your users and your business. As a final thought\, I hope to leave you with the realization that the most important software quality strategy is the willingness to adapt\, evolve\, and stay curious in an ever-changing landscape.
URL:https://nvp.ca/event/tassq-may-event/
LOCATION:Online
ORGANIZER;CN="TASSQ":MAILTO:president@tassq.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T135524
CREATED:20260216T130757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T130757Z
UID:7698-1780646400-1780678800@nvp.ca
SUMMARY:Test Automation Summit
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URL:https://nvp.ca/event/test-automation-summit/
LOCATION:Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Shows
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