Recently, I spent some time reading a blog about how AI is changing the way we approach software testing, and honestly, it reshaped my perspective on automation. I thought I’d share a quick summary of what I learned — plus some personal thoughts on why testers (especially those in automation) need to start preparing now.
The blog (link at the end) outlines how manual testing, while still relevant, is becoming too slow and repetitive for today’s fast-paced CI/CD environments. Sure, Selenium and other automation tools helped reduce that effort, but they often require constant updates and still lack the ability to adapt when code changes unexpectedly.
That’s where AI in software testing stands out. Instead of just automating steps, AI learns patterns from test runs, predicts likely defects, and even adapts when your app UI changes — something we all know happens a lot.
What I loved most was the staged approach the blog shared:
Start by identifying repetitive tasks like regression testing and bug triaging.
Introduce rule-based automation with tools like Selenium and TestNG as your foundation.
Then, level up with AI tools like Testim, Applitools, and Mabl for smarter, adaptive testing.
Finally, integrate AI into CI/CD pipelines, using auto-healing tests and smart test orchestration.
It’s also clear that testers need to upskill beyond just tools — learning ML basics, improving data analysis skills, and understanding how AI works behind the scenes.
Some real-world examples from the blog (Netflix, Google, etc.) made it clear that big tech is already using these practices. And soon, most testing teams will too.
If you’re curious about how to shift from repetitive scripting to smart automation, I highly recommend checking out the original article:
👉 AI Roadmap for Testers: From Repetitive Tasks to Smart Automation
I found it practical and easy to follow — and it gave me a clear direction for what I want to learn next.
If anyone’s already exploring AI testing tools, would love to hear what you’re using and learning in the comments 👇
