Optimizing Software Testing with NLP: Eliminating Redundant Test Cases – Newsletter

Duplicate test cases consume the most time and resources during software testing and, when eliminated, will get our products out the door much ahead of the planned schedule. When multiple teams develop and test various product components, there will be very similar test cases with different touch points, while the test case will be the same.

In enterprise environments where teams work in parallel, duplication of test effort becomes prevalent. For instance, an authentication component team might test API responses for user login, while a dashboard team tests the same API endpoints from their interface perspective. Without proper coordination, these overlapping tests multiply across the system.

Organizations can leverage Natural Language Processing (NLP) and machine learning techniques to address this challenge. Modern NLP approaches, particularly transformer-based models, can analyze test cases beyond simple keyword matching. These models understand the semantic meaning behind test descriptions, steps, and expected outcomes, even when written differently by different teams.

The Semantic Test Case Clustering process uses SBERT (Sentence-BERT) to convert test cases into semantic embeddings. These embeddings are processed through hierarchical clustering algorithms to identify functionally equivalent tests across various departments. Based on semantic similarity analysis, this approach eliminates redundant test cases, speeds up test execution, and provides a clear vision of test coverage and hidden gaps.

By eliminating redundant test efforts, teams can focus on exploratory testing, performance validation, and other high-value activities that improve product quality. As software systems become more complex, utilizing the Semantic Test Case Clustering process for test optimization becomes increasingly crucial for efficient product delivery.

Lakshmi Vidya Peri
TMMi America Board of Director & Principal Systems Development Engineer, Dell Technologies


News

TestFormation 2025 Conference

TestFormation 2025 conference is shaping up with great content on AI, ML, and DevSecOps in Testing, Intelligent Governance, TMMi Framework, and Testing Innovation from renowned speakers in the industry.

TMMi America Board of Directors and Volunteers are working very hard to provide an enriching and engaging experience to attendees of this conference with Inspiring Keynotes, Innovative breakout sessions, Igniting lightning talks, and a panel discussion with industry leaders and an opportunity to network with intellectual minds in the Quality, Testing, and Validation industry.

Mark your calendars to attend this exciting and innovative virtual conference on February 26thRegistration link to the conference will be shared very soon on LinkedIn and in the next newsletter.

Additionally, we are excited to offer ISTQB and TMMi certification training for two days following the conference. This is a fantastic opportunity to enhance your skills and gain valuable certifications.

Don’t miss this opportunity to share your ideas, connect with like-minded professionals, and help shape the future of testing!

TMMi America


TestFormation 2025 Conference Keynote Speakers

It’s exciting to announce the great lineup of keynote speakers:

Jim Mondi

Jim Mondi is a Vice President at Cognizant, running various consulting practices during his tenure, including Digital Business and Technology, IT Strategy, IT process and operations, working across 14 different industries.

His latest focus is to drive and scale the Life Sciences Consulting practice. He has 30+ years of consulting experience and is based out of the Chicago area. Jim is all set to enlighten us on How to drive GenAI solutions into the Quality space to generate true business value and speed.

Kari Kakkonen

Kari Kakkonen, Secretary of Board of Directors, TMMi Foundation, has worked in software testing for almost 30 years. He is the co-author of ACT 2 LEAD Software Testing Leadership Handbook.

Kari is the 2021 EuroSTAR Testing Excellence Award winner, Tester of the Year in Finland Award 2021 winner, and DASA Exemplary DevOps Instructor Award 2023 winner. He is the author and CEO of Dragons Out Oy, which created a fantasy book to teach software testing to children and provides software testing, agile, DevOps, and AI training services in Europe. He has M.Sc. from Aalto University (aalto.fi). He works mostly with agile testing, lean, test automation, DevOps, and AI.

The expert has 25 years of testing experience, 15 years of agile experience, 10 years of DevOps experience and 5 years of AI experience. He’s been working in ICT consulting, training, finance, insurance, pension insurance, public sector, embedded software, telecom, gaming, and industry domains.

He was on the Executive Committee of ISTQB (istqb.org) 2015-2021. He is on the Board of Directors of TMMi (tmmi.org). He is the Treasurer of FiSTB (fistb.fi). He is the co-founder of FiSTB Testing Assembly, the biggest testing seminar in Finland, for which he has been a co-organiser for 10 years. 

The specialist has given public talks and is a passionate advocate for software testing and QA. With a wealth of experience and a passion for innovation, Kari Kakkonen will share valuable perspectives on “How AI supports software testing”.

Mark Creamer

Mark Creamer brings an engineering background to Sales, Marketing and Strategic partnering for a variety of software businesses. Currently, he is the President and CEO at ConformIQ which focuses on improving the quality and efficiency of software testing. With over 40 years of industry experience, he is committed to taking software testing to the next level.

Mark will share his immense knowledge on Achieving Excellence with model-based testing – Applying the right AI to maximize value!


Sponsors

Keynote Sponsors

We are proud to announce that Conformiq is our keynote sponsor for TestFormation 2025!

ConformIQ Holding, a leading software technology company, focused on automating the testing process – from test design to automate test execution.

Our Intelligent Test Automation approach will help you improve software development efficiency, decrease costs and achieve higher quality in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). ConformIQ Holding will provide sales, support and continued innovative technology development to all Conformiq Inc customers.

With ConformIQ, our clients can achieve High Quality@Speed through implementing a no-touch, script-free smart testing platform. With a high level of test automation and low test maintenance, ConformIQ solutions enable in-sprint test automation in agile software development.

Our competitive edge is based on our pioneering leadership in applying Artificial Intelligence approaches in Automation, automated test generation algorithms that actually think of and automatically design directly executable test cases and seamless integration with commercial and open source software testing tools.

Visit https://www.conformiq.com/ to know more about Conformiq’s mission and products.


Platinum Sponsors

We are honored to announce that Iris Software is the Platinum Sponsor for TestFormation 2025!

Iris Software has been a trusted software engineering partner to several Fortune 500 companies for over three decades. We help clients realize the full potential of technology-enabled transformation by bringing together a unique blend of domain knowledge, best-of-breed technologies, and experience executing essential and critical application development engagements.

Our highly-experienced talent and rightsized teams help develop core, complex, and mission-critical applications and solutions for leading enterprises across Capital Markets/Front office operations, Banking, Investment Management, Brokerage, Risk and Compliance, Insurance, Healthcare/Life Sciences, and Supply Chains/Logistics.

Visit https://www.irissoftware.com/ to know more details.


Gold Sponsors

We are delighted to announce that Tech Mahindra, CSTB, iSQI, Imbus Canada Corporation and NexGen Technologies are the Gold Sponsors for TestFormation 2025!

Tech Mahindra is a global consulting service and systems integrator that operates in over 90+ countries, delivering solutions with a unique blend of digital innovation and robust, industry-strong processes.

With our promise to help our customers Scale at Speed™, we design future state solutions for industry leaders and offer innovative digital experiences that enable them to transform and scale at speed.

Our aim is to enable enterprises, associates, and society to Rise for a more equal world, future readiness, and value creation.

Visit https://www.techmahindra.com/ for more details.

The CSTB (Canadian Software Testing Board) is the Canadian national branch of the ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board).

With over 1.1 million exams issued and 800,000+ certifications in over 130 countries, ISTQB is the leading global certification scheme in the field of software testing.

The CSTB advocates education and examination as a practical means to excel in the software testing field. In addition to individual certification, we provide opportunities for organizations to become accredited ISTQB Training providers and ISTQB Partners.

The CSTB recognizes the importance of continuous improvement in testing processes and supports the Test Maturity Model Integration (TMMi) as an independent guideline and reference framework for test process improvement.

We became the Canadian Chapter of TMMI in 2020. The CSTB was founded on January 12, 2007. Since then, we have proudly increased education opportunities and granted certification for thousands of testers in Canada while also strengthening the software testing community across the country.

Visit https://cstb.ca/for additional information.

ISQI is dedicated to the success of partners and clients. The company has three main roles as a certification body: knowledge auditor, knowledge editor, and knowledge mediator.

iSQI collaborates with qualifications boards worldwide, ensuring our certifications meet rigorous standards for standardization and quality assurance. Developed by independent experts, our certifications offer security for professionals and businesses. 

With offices in Potsdam, Amsterdam, London, and Boston, iSQI is the world’s top provider of certification exams. For nearly two decades, we’ve empowered IT professionals across 100+ countries, on 6 continents and offering exams in 10 languages. With 30,000+ certifications annually, we’re your gateway to a thriving career.

Visit https://corporate.isqi.org/ for more details.

NexGen Technologies Inc. is a registered Tricentis Partner, and our experts hold excellence in Quality Engineering. NexGen Technologies envisions a world where technology seamlessly integrates with everyday life, driving positive change and opening new possibilities. Our vision is to be at the forefront of this transformation, creating solutions that catalyze progress and elevate the human experience.

NexGen Technologies Inc. is a U.S. Company based in Austin, TX in the business of Software and Technology. We orchestrate the next generation of solutions to drive Business agility and value with flawless implementation and integration. NexGen works with World-Class Engineers and Qualified Consultants who excel in designing a unique methodology taking any business to the next level delivering successful outcomes that drive growth and innovation for our clients.

At NexGen Technologies, we are pushing the boundaries of technology to create cutting-edge solutions that empower businesses and individuals to thrive in the digital age. Our vision is simple yet transformative to shape the future by harnessing the full potential of Technology and Business. We aim to be at the forefront of technological advancements, creating solutions that not only meet today’s needs but also anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.

For more details, check https://nexgentech.ai/

Imbus specializes in software quality assurance and testing. With a comprehensive portfolio that includes consulting for process improvement, software testing services, test outsourcing, testing tools, and training, Imbus ensures that software is reliable, user-friendly, and meets the highest quality standards.

Their expertise spans over three decades, making them a trusted partner for organizations aiming to enhance their software development processes and deliver superior products.

Visit https://imbus.ca for more information or reach out to the team at smkolluru@gmail.com!