What is the event focus?

The theme is “The Next Generation Testing: AI in Quality Assurance and Beyond,” focusing on modern automation and AI’s role in QA.

Why you should not miss it?

If you’re responsible for quality in a fast-moving delivery environment, this Riyadh edition is built to compress learning and connections into one day: you get a clear program structure (keynotes, panel, tutorial, track talks), direct access to peer conversations, and designed networking moments that make it easier to leave with actionable ideas—not just inspiration.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Ff\or a professional QA conference day, business casual is a practical choice.

Friday, May 08, 2026

Test Automation Summit 2026

Name: Test Automation Summit 2026
Start: 2026-05-08T09:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-05-08T17:00:00+00:00
Location: Riyadh

One-day Riyadh summit on next-gen test automation and AI in QA, featuring 10+ talks, tutorials, panels, and deep community networking

Testingmind

Date and Time

Friday, May 8 · 9 - 5pm GMT+3

Location

Riyadh

Riyadh Saudi Arabia Riyadh Province 11564

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About This Event

Test Automation Summit 2026 is a Technology event taking place 8 May 2026 at Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Test Automation Summit 2026 in Riyadh is a one-day, single-track conference built around “The Next Generation Testing: AI in Quality Assurance and Beyond.” Taking place on May 8, 2026 (09:00 AM–05:00 PM), it brings together the testing community for focused learning and networking through talks, keynotes, tutorials, and panel discussions centered on modern QA and automation practices.

Key Highlights

One-day, 1-track format designed for concentrated learning and high-signal networking (May 8, 2026).
Program mix includes keynotes, panel discussion, track talks, tutorial session, and a closing networking reception.
Community-driven value adds: speed networking, one-on-one discussions with speakers, and team coaching sessions (limited availability).
Registration includes on-site essentials (coffee breaks and lunch) with group options and a Super Early Bird window until March 8, 2026.

Who Should Attend?

QA and test automation engineers building or scaling automation suites
Quality Engineering leaders responsible for release confidence and risk reduction
SDETs and developers collaborating with QA on CI/CD quality gates
Test managers and QA managers modernizing test strategy and tooling
DevOps and platform teams integrating testing into pipelines and environments
Engineering leaders who want practical AI-in-QA takeaways they can apply immediately

Main Features

Keynotes and track talks focused on AI in QA and next-generation testing practices.
Panel discussion plus a tutorial session for interactive learning and deeper skill-building.
Structured networking experiences, including a networking lunch and a networking reception (plus speed networking and one-on-ones).

Event recap

Test Automation Summit 2026 took place on May 8, 2026, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Organized by Testingmind, the single-track, one-day technology conference centered on the theme 'The Next Generation Testing: AI in Quality Assurance and Beyond.' The event program featured keynotes, track talks, panel discussions, and a tutorial session focusing on modern QA, test automation practices, and AI integration. Designed for the testing community, attendees included QA and test automation engineers, SDETs, Quality Engineering leaders, developers, test managers, DevOps teams, and engineering leaders. Alongside over 10 educational sessions, the summit offered structured networking opportunities, including speed networking, one-on-one speaker discussions, team coaching sessions, and a closing reception.