🔐 Worried About Test Data Leaks? Stop Them Now
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Welcome to the 261st edition of Coding Jag brought to you by LambdaTest!👐
Sensitive test data, unnoticed vulnerabilities, and gaps in compliance can quietly put your projects, users, and business at risk. That’s why Secrets Management is so important; it keeps your passwords, API tokens, and PII safe, letting you scale test automation securely without the stress of compliance issues.
In this edition, see how RBI runs 8,000+ daily tests securely, and guess what 🤯!! KaneAI is now available for everyone, so you can bring GenAI-native testing directly into your workflow.
But that’s not all! Discover Google’s AP2 for secure AI payments, DigitalOcean’s Gateway API for high-performance Kubernetes, and tips to prevent defect leakage in QA before it reaches your users.
Plus, check out top testing tools for 2025, must-listen podcasts, and upcoming events like STeP-IN and STARWEST 2025 to learn, connect, and grow with the global testing community.
Let’s jump in! 💥
News
🚀 Big news for developers and QA teams! LambdaTest rolls out KaneAI for general availability, bringing GenAI-native testing to everyone. From AI test case generation and parallel executions to real-world collaboration features, it’s designed for speed and reliability. With a free 30-day trial offering AI agent sessions, test manager seats, and HyperExecute minutes, you can experience enterprise-grade testing without the paywall. A must-try for teams ready to explore the future of intelligent testing!
💳 Google takes a bold step in AI commerce! Stavan Parikh and Rao Surapaneni introduce the Agent Payments Protocol (AP2), an open standard for secure, agent-led transactions. With support from 60+ partners like Mastercard, PayPal, and Coinbase, AP2 builds trust through cryptographic mandates and paves the way for new AI-driven commerce. A must-try to understand how AI will reshape payments and digital transactions.
⚡ Big update from DigitalOcean ! Kang Xie announces Gateway API support for DOKS, pre-installed and powered by Cilium’s eBPF for high-performance traffic management. With advanced routing, zero config, native load balancer integration, and role-based separation, it’s a leap beyond Ingress. A great read to see how Kubernetes traffic management is evolving.
AI
🤖 How is AI reshaping API integration? Savan Kharod 🐋 ☸️ explores how AI simplifies onboarding, accelerates test generation, detects errors in real time, and improves governance at scale. With insights on Treblle’s Alfred AI and Aspen, this piece shows why AI-first strategies are the future of API integration. A great read to see how APIs are evolving in the AI era.
🚀 What happens when AI meets human potential at work? Kapil J Vyas shares why investing in people is just as critical as advancing AI maturity. From reimagining the people-process-technology framework to launching the Autonomous Enterprise Scorecard, this piece explores how AI can boost human potential instead of replacing it. A must-read for leaders shaping the next era of work.
Automation
🏦 How does a bank test at enterprise scale without breaking compliance? Raiffeisen Bank International AG runs 8,000+ daily web & mobile tests across 40+ QA teams using LambdaTest’s custom enterprise architecture. With sub-orgs for data isolation, 30+ real devices, and enterprise-grade security, RBI ensures faster releases while meeting strict banking regulations. A great read if you want to see how large-scale testing and compliance can go hand-in-hand.
🔒 What makes digital platforms truly safe and trustworthy? Software Testing Magazine explores how robust testing practices, spanning SAST, fraud prevention, identity assurance, and DevSecOps, help organizations uncover vulnerabilities early, ensure compliance, and balance user experience with security. A must-read to see how testing drives resilience and trust in the digital era.
🐞 Want to know what happens when bugs slip past QA and reach your users? Ranorex unpacks defect leakage, its causes, risks, and prevention strategies. From ambiguous requirements to poor test design, you’ll see where gaps arise and how to close them with automation, environment parity, and trend analysis. Featuring Apple’s real-world case study, this read shows why controlling defect leakage is key to protecting both your brand and bottom line.
✨ Can AI spark creativity in testing? Maaret Pyhäjärvi shares how GenAI acts as her “external imagination” in exploratory QA, spotting UI gaps, surfacing edge cases, and expanding test coverage. From CGI’s secure GenAI tools to open-source experiments like Testzeus, she shows why intent matters more than code. A thought-provoking read for testers looking to see how AI can augment, not replace, human skill.
🔒 How do you scale test automation without exposing sensitive data? Perforce BlazeMeter introduces Secrets management, delivering encrypted handling of passwords, API tokens, and PII across reports and logs. With built-in compliance for GDPR, HIPAA & PCI DSS, it helps enterprises balance secure test data, regulatory requirements, and AI adoption, all without disrupting workflows.
Tools
🔍 Looking for software testing tools to boost your productivity? Dominik Szahidewicz highlights the top tools for 2025, including Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, BugBug, and Katalon Studio. Learn how to choose the right tool, integrate with CI/CD, automate tests, and maximize coverage while avoiding common mistakes. Perfect for teams aiming for faster, more reliable releases.
📊 Looking for software to simplify IT asset management and boost efficiency? Paulo Gardini Miguel reviews the top 30 tools for 2025, including Freshservice, OfficeSpace, Setyl, Deel, and more. Discover features for inventory tracking, license management, lifecycle monitoring, and automation to reduce errors, save time, and keep your IT assets in check.
Others
13. Podcast: Accessibility and Inclusive Design
🎙️ In this episode, Tina Ličková hosts Bryce Johnson (Inclusive Designer, Microsoft). Bryce shares how he applies inclusive design to create accessible products, like the Xbox Adaptive Controller, emphasizing participatory design, engaging users with disabilities early, and making accessibility a central part of the design process. 🎧 Listen now!
🎥 In this video, Karthik K.K shows how AI can make your Selenium tests smarter by adapting to UI changes and reducing broken locators. The demo highlights using local and cloud LLMs to minimize test maintenance and streamline automation with minimal code changes, making it a must-watch for anyone looking to save time and boost test reliability.
Events
🌐 STeP-IN SUMMIT 2025 takes place on September 19 at Radisson Blu Marathahalli, Bengaluru. Join 1,000+ attendees, 40+ speakers, and 150+ companies for 20+ sessions on AI-powered testing, automation, Generative AI, and TestOps. Explore emerging trends, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities. A must-attend for testers, QA managers, and Agile professionals looking to level up skills and stay updated on cutting-edge testing strategies.
🌐 STARWEST 2025 takes place on September 21–26, 2025, in Anaheim, CA, and online, offering a hybrid experience with 75+ talks, keynotes, trainings, and tutorials. Join software testing and quality professionals to explore AI-driven testing, leadership strategies, and emerging trends. Network with peers, attend Women Who Test and Leadership Summit sessions, and visit the Expo Floor for top solutions. A must-attend for testers, QA leaders, and tech professionals aiming to solve challenges, gain insights, and connect with the global testing community.
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