Software quality is often underestimated and neglected until it's too late. The challenges of ensuring quality in software are numerous, reflecting the diverse responsibilities tied to this profession.

For those interested in management, the field offers complex tasks involving planning, organization, and leadership to guide development processes towards sustainable quality. Technically inclined individuals can pursue various specializations, including security, performance, artificial intelligence, and test automation. Those who wish to evaluate a software's practicality can focus on usability, accessibility, or acceptance.

Testing software quality doesn't necessarily require computer science knowledge; rather, it often demands expertise in understanding the software's intended functions. Success in this area hinges on communication, curiosity, and an openness to new ideas, ultimately aiming to help software achieve positive recognition.

During the session, a professional who has dedicated their career to this field will introduce the opportunities for education and career growth within this discipline.

Alessandro Sebaste is a qualified electrical engineer and expert in establishing and developing software quality processes. He supports businesses of all sizes in implementing sustainable software quality strategies through the "Software Quality by Design" approach. His experience ranges from individual software projects to complex software platforms in federal administration. He is also the owner of QSoft GmbH and actively promotes educational opportunities in software quality, serving as a board member of the Swiss Testing Boards.

Program

• 18:00 Doors open & Welcome Drink
• 18:30 Welcome by Be Like Grace
• 18:45 Keynote speech “Software Quality – More than Just Testing” by Alessandro Sebaste
• 19:45 Apéro and Networking

Host and Sponsors

The sponsors for this gathering include QSoft GmbH alongside Puzzle ITC. The assembly will take place at Belpstrasse 37 in Bern.