Wednesday March 4 & Thursday March 5, 2026 | Gooiland, Hilversum, The Netherlands
In the last decade Test Automation Days has proven to be the key meeting place for the international test automation community. A two day conference filled with innovative and transforming talks, workshops and hands-on experiences. Discover the most up-to-date techniques and test tools, network with software testing professionals and learn from world’s leading test automation experts.
The Impact of Test Automation
In a world where speed, quality, and efficiency are essential, the impact of Test Automation (TA) is undeniable. Test Automation (TA) plays a critical role in achieving goals. But what truly makes TA valuable? How can it help you work faster, more efficiently, and with higher quality, all while reducing the complexity and risks associated with software testing? This conference dives deep into the many ways Test Automation can enhance your work. From optimizing test outcomes and improving your testing process to its impact on collaboration and the long-term benefits for software teams. Test Automation is more than just a tool; it’s a powerful driver of improvement. We provide a platform for sharing real-world experiences, practical tips, and tools that truly make a difference in your day-to-day work. Discover how Test Automation not only elevates software quality but also contributes to faster iterations, stronger team collaboration, and more sustainable testing practices.
Keynote Speakers 2026
Rethinking the Automation in Testing Principles
Richard Bradshaw
Senior Architect, Slalom Build & Podcast Producer The Vernon Richard Show
How NOT to do Test Automation
Marit van Dijk
Developer Advocate, JetBrains
The Tool Became the Message of Change
Anne-Marie Charrett
Principal Automation Testing, Testing Times
To Infinity and Beyond!: The death of test engineering…
Keith Klain
Director Quality Engineering, KPMG UK
Program Committee
“Mastery before automation”
Ard Kramer
Senior Consultant, Speaker and Trainer
“Test Automation is necessary to free up some time for creative testing”
Mirjana Kolarov
Delivery Director, Levi9 IT Services and Co-Founder, Test’RS Club
“Member of the Program Committee of Test Automation Days”
Claire Goss
Test Delivery Manager, Utmost PanEurope
“Test automation? Focus on principles and patterns over tools and tricks”
Bas Dijkstra
Test Automation Trainer and Consultant, On Test Automation
“Member of the Program Committee of Test Automation Days”
Ronald Veth
Unit Manager Test Automation Experts
“Member of the Program Committee of Test Automation Days”
Bert Rietveld
Test Automation Consultant, Squerist
Target Audience
Test Automation Days is the key meeting place for: IT Management such as CIOs, CTOs and IT Managers, IT Professionals such as Engineers, Analysts, Developers, Specialists, Integrators, Test coordinators and Test managers and Business Management such as Consultants, Software suppliers and Project managers
What do visitors say?
A place to be inspired and informed about test automation.
Very useful, most of the approaches and ideas can be immediately followed at many projects.
Getting great ideas and participating with test engineers worldwide in one day!
A perfect place to share experience and get the last state-of-the-art in test automation.
A helpful opportunity to network with colleagues around the world and share ideas.
An interesting event where people can practice and listen to everything related to software delivery/quality.
It was very nice to see working examples of strategies and techniques. I gained my knowledge about test automation by talking to people from different work fields and companies.
I learned a lot at this event. Learning from the experiences of colleagues from other companies gave me new ideas/insides of tackling the problems we face at my company.
It’s interesting to listen to the stories and experiences of other speakers. Talking with the participants of the event is what I love. I’ve been to multiple events but the quality of this one is very high and well organized.
Target Audience
Test Automation Days is the key meeting place for: IT Management such as CIOs, CTOs and IT Managers, IT Professionals such as Engineers, Analysts, Developers, Specialists, Integrators, Test coordinators and Test managers and Business Management such as Consultants, Software suppliers and Project managers
What do visitors say?
A place to be inspired and informed about test automation.
Very useful, most of the approaches and ideas can be immediately followed at many projects.
Getting great ideas and participating with test engineers worldwide in one day!
A perfect place to share experience and get the last state-of-the-art in test automation.
A helpful opportunity to network with colleagues around the world and share ideas.
An interesting event where people can practice and listen to everything related to software delivery/quality.
It was very nice to see working examples of strategies and techniques. I gained my knowledge about test automation by talking to people from different work fields and companies.
I learned a lot at this event. Learning from the experiences of colleagues from other companies gave me new ideas/insides of tackling the problems we face at my company.
It’s interesting to listen to the stories and experiences of other speakers. Talking with the participants of the event is what I love. I’ve been to multiple events but the quality of this one is very high and well organized.
Why visit Test Automation Days 2026?
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