The Test Tribe Calgary Meetup took place on 22nd January and featured David Paquette, Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft, who took us through the power of Playwright in making end-to-end testing seamless and reliable. If you've ever struggled with flaky tests, difficult test setups, or maintaining complex test code, this talk was packed with solutions. David demonstrated how to write stable cross-browser tests, debug efficiently using Playwright’s codegen, inspector, and trace viewer, and shared practical strategies to enhance test automation workflows.

Playwright is revolutionizing end-to-end testing for modern web applications with its robust cross-browser support and versatile programming language compatibility. In this session, Debbie O'Brien dives into Advanced Playwright Techniques for Flawless Testing, uncovering hidden gems and advanced features to elevate your testing game. From setting up tests efficiently and leveraging test annotations to mastering API mocking, this talk is packed with practical insights for enhancing test reliability and coverage.

In today's fast-evolving world, staying relevant as a test leader requires adaptability, continuous innovation, and a forward-thinking mindset. Drawing on over 42 years of experience, Rob Sabourin delivers an engaging talk on Staying Relevant in Test Leadership, offering invaluable advice for both new and seasoned test leaders. Discover how to embrace change, foster innovation on every project, and adapt strategies for team and individual growth.

Leadership in agile is not about control; it’s about enabling teams to thrive in a collaborative, innovative, and adaptable environment. In this inspiring session, Nishi Grover Garg draws on her hands-on experience to share valuable lessons in agile leadership. From managing shifting priorities to fostering a self-organizing culture, learn how to empower teams to deliver continuous value while achieving sustainable growth. Attendees will gain actionable leadership strategies to motivate and guide agile teams towards high-impact results.

In the digital age, your GitHub profile can serve as an impressive and dynamic CV, showcasing your work and skills to potential employers. But what if your commit history isn’t vibrant, or your projects aren’t open source? In this insightful talk, Nicolas Fränkel shares practical strategies to transform your GitHub profile into an always up-to-date entry point for recruiters, even if your contributions are sparse or private. Learn how customization and automation, using tools like GitHub Actions, can keep your profile fresh and professional without constant manual effort.