PNSQC Pulse - July 22, 2026
Innovation Day: A Community of Learning and Growth | Speaker Spotlight: Paul Grizzaffi | ASTQB — PNSQC New Sponsor
Speaker Spotlight: Paul Grizzaffi
With Great Judgment Comes Great Responsibility
In a world where automation and AI promise to transform software development, how do we make sure we are using technology wisely?
At PNSQC 2026, Paul Grizzaffi will explore the importance of responsible decision-making in software testing and quality engineering in his session, With Great Judgment Comes Great Responsibility.
Drawing lessons from history, technology, and real-world testing practices, Paul challenges the pursuit of “automate at all costs” and reminds us that successful quality engineering is not about using the latest tools—it’s about delivering meaningful value.
Attendees will learn how to:
Avoid automation efforts that create complexity without value
Apply technology and AI thoughtfully and responsibly
Treat automation and AI solutions as software that requires engineering discipline
Focus on human-centered approaches that improve quality outcomes
As a Principal Automation Architect at FreedomPay and an active contributor to the testing community, Paul brings years of experience helping organizations build practical, sustainable automation strategies.
Join Paul at PNSQC 2026 and discover how good judgment can make the difference between technology that creates value and technology that creates challenges.
ASTQB — PNSQC New Sponsor
Sponsored Content | From our Community Partner: ASTQB
We are pleased to welcome ASTQB as a Sponsor of PNSQC 2026!
As the U.S. board for ISTQB, the world’s leading software testing certification program, ASTQB helps software testing professionals validate their skills, advance their careers, and stay competitive in a rapidly changing industry.
Through certification programs and career resources, ASTQB supports testers and quality professionals throughout their professional journey. Their offerings include the new AI Assurance Pro designation, Soft Skills for Testers certification, and exclusive career benefits available to certified professionals.
Thank you to ASTQB for supporting the PNSQC community and helping software quality professionals grow, learn, and prepare for the future of testing.
Innovation Day: A Community of Learning and Growth
Innovation doesn’t stop with the next generation—it grows through a community where students, educators, researchers, and technology professionals learn from one another.
Innovation Day introduces students to future possibilities in technology, creativity, and problem-solving, while the PNSQC Conference continues that journey by supporting lifelong learning and professional growth for quality professionals.
This connection between students and the broader technology community creates opportunities for sharing knowledge, inspiring innovation, and building the future of software quality together.
Technology professionals, researchers, and educators are invited to get involved as mentors, volunteers, judges, presenters, or demonstration exhibitors during Innovation Day. Share your expertise, inspire the next generation, and help create meaningful connections between emerging talent and the technology community.
Join us in building a community where learning and innovation continue at every stage of the journey.