Top 16 QA (Software Testing) Conferences in 2024

The software testing landscape constantly evolves, and staying ahead of the curve is crucial for quality assurance (QA) specialists. Fortunately, 2024 offers exciting conferences to expand your knowledge and connect with fellow testers. This blog post provides a detailed overview of some of the top conferences happening throughout the year, categorized by date:

Top 16 QA Conferences List

Late Summer/Early Fall

• AI Con USA (2024, June 2-7, Las Vegas, Nevada): While not strictly focused on testing, AI Con USA offers valuable insights into artificial intelligence and its transformative impact on businesses. This event is an excellent opportunity to explore AI’s potential in the QA domain.
  
• EuroStar (2024, June 11-14, Stockholm, Sweden): Held in Stockholm, EuroSTAR is Europe’s leading testing conference. Over four days, highly skilled QA professionals will educate attendees on the latest trends and best practices.
  
• Selenium Conference (2024, June 21, Bangalore, India): This Bangalore event provides a space for networking and knowledge sharing in web automation, test automation, and ecosystem integration.

Mid-Fall

• TribeQonf (2024, July 12-13, Bangalore, India): Don’t miss! TribeQonf in Bangalore for valuable insights from leading testers from established companies and startups. Expect discussions and presentations on a wide range of testing topics.
  
• Testμ 2024 (2024, August 21-23, Online): This online conference embodies a “by the community, for the community” spirit. Testμ offers interactive workshops, cultural discussions, and opportunities to discover emerging trends in the testing world.

Late Fall

• TestBash Brighton 2024 (September 12-13, 2024, Brighton, England): Held in Brighton, TestBash is a global gathering of testers where you can learn about the evolving role of AI in testing and connect with colleagues from around the world.
  
• HUSTEF Conference (2024, October 8-10, Budapest, Hungary): The biennial Central European Software Testing Forum (HUSTEF) offers a chance to explore cutting-edge testing techniques, tools, and practices. This year, the conference takes place in Budapest, Hungary.
  
• Pacific Northwest Software Quality Conference (PNSQC) (2024, October 14-16, Portland, Oregon): With a rich 42-year history, PNSQC brings together industry leaders to discuss and share innovative approaches to software quality. Join this event in Portland, Oregon, to learn from the best.
  
• TestCon Europe (2024, October 22-25, Vilnius, Lithuania & Online): TestCon Europe offers a hybrid format catering to in-person and online attendees. Expect workshops, presentations, and in-depth discussions on various testing topics.

Winter

• Testing United (2024, November 7-8, Vienna, Austria): This Vienna conference delves into the intricate connections between AI and QA. By examining past experiences and present possibilities, Testing United offers a fresh perspective on AI-augmented quality assurance.
  
• Agile Testing Days (2024, November 19-22, Potsdam, Germany): Attend the world’s largest agile testing event, featuring over 140 seminars covering various hot topics.

Here is a list of software testing (QA) conferences scheduled for January and February 2025.

Software Testing Conferences – January and February 2025

Winter 

• International Conference on Software Engineering and Design (ICSED) – Tokyo, Japan (Jan 07, 2025): This conference focuses on software engineering and design research, including software development methods and user experience design.
  
• International Conference on Computer and Software Engineering (ICCSE)—Zurich, Switzerland (Jan 14, 2025): This conference explores advancements in computer and software engineering. It may cover topics like software development, algorithms, and computer architecture.
• International Conference on Testing Software and Systems (ICTSS)—Mandalay, Myanmar (Jan 21, 2025): This conference is dedicated to software testing and will discuss methodologies, tools, and best practices for ensuring software quality.
  
• International Conference on Software Engineering Advances (ICSEA)—Mandalay, Myanmar (Jan 21, 2025): This conference focuses on recent developments and innovations in software engineering. It may include presentations on new programming languages, frameworks, and software development processes.
  
• International Conference on Software Engineering and Technology (ICSET) – Paris, France (Jan 25, 2025) & Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Jan 28, 2025): These two locations for ICSET might be separate conferences, though the titles are identical. Both likely cover advancements in software engineering and related technologies.
  
• International Conference on Software Science and Technology (ICSST), Bengaluru, India (Jan 28, 2025): This conference will explore the science behind software development, potentially including areas like formal methods, software verification, and software reliability. 

Winter/Summer

• International Conference on Software Engineering and Design (ICSED) – Melbourne, Australia (Feb 01, 2025): This conference focuses on research in software engineering and design, potentially including areas like software development methods and user experience design.
  
• International Conference on Software Engineering and Software Development Life Cycle (ICSESDLC)—Bogota, Colombia (Feb 15, 2025): This conference will explore the entire software development lifecycle, likely covering topics such as software development methodologies, project management, and testing practices.
  
• International Conference on Global Software Development (ICGSD) – London, United Kingdom (Feb 15, 2025): This conference examines the challenges and opportunities of software development in a globalized environment, including topics on distributed teams, communication strategies, and cultural considerations.
  
• International Conference on Computer and Software Engineering (ICCSE) – Rome, Italy (Feb 18, 2025): This conference explores computer and software engineering advancements. It may cover topics like software development, algorithms, and computer architecture.
  
• International Conference on Software Engineering and Technology (ICSET)—Tokyo, Japan (Feb 25, 2025): This conference will explore advancements in software engineering and related technologies. It may include presentations on new programming languages, frameworks, and software development processes. 

Conclusion

Check out this list of the top QA conferences in 2024. 

These events offer excellent opportunities to learn, network, and stay ahead in this field. So, mark your calendars and prepare to experience a year of learning and growth in software testing!

Don’t forget to plan ahead for the events in 2025. Be an early bird!🐦