ECU Sri Lanka Hosts Industry Guest Session on the Future of Software Testing in the Age of AI

Edith Cowan University recently hosted an industry guest session titled “The Future of Software Testing: QA in the Age of AI”, providing students with valuable insights into the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in software quality assurance.

The session explored how AI is transforming traditional software testing practices, with discussions covering AI-assisted test automation, self-healing testing tools, and the emerging challenges of testing AI-powered systems. Students also gained insights into the importance of critical thinking, human judgement, and the technical competencies required by future Quality Assurance professionals.

The session was led by Tilani Vithanage, Associate Lead QA at Dutton Labs LK, who shared her industry expertise, practical knowledge, and professional experiences, giving students a closer understanding of current industry developments and expectations.

ECU Sri Lanka acknowledges the support and guidance of Dr Sajani in facilitating the session, along with the contributions of Madawa, Jethendri, and Kavindi in coordinating and organising the initiative.

Through industry-led learning opportunities such as this, ECU Sri Lanka continues to strengthen connections between academia and the technology industry, ensuring students gain exposure to real-world practices and emerging technologies while preparing for the demands of an evolving global workforce.