The UAE QA Community Meetup, held on November 26, 2025, at Downtown Workspace, Dubai, was a flagship knowledge-sharing event hosted by Codelattice in collaboration with the United Arab Emirates Software Testing Qualification Board (UAESTQB). The event brought together quality assurance professionals, automation engineers, IT decision-makers, and technology enthusiasts to explore how Generative AI is reshaping the future of software testing.
The session was presented by Abbas Ahmad, President of UAESTQB, who delivered a compelling deep dive into ISTQB certifications, evolving testing methodologies, and the growing influence of AI-powered testing. He explained how software quality assurance is transitioning from manual, repetitive testing to intelligent, automated, and AI-augmented quality engineering.
The highlight of the event was the introduction of ISTQB’s latest certification, “Certified Tester Specialist Level Testing with Generative AI (CT-GenAI)” This globally recognized module focuses on the practical application of AI in software testing, teaching professionals how to use Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI tools to improve test generation, risk analysis, documentation, automation, and defect prediction.
Abbas outlined the real-world use cases of GenAI in quality assurance, including:
One of the key takeaways of the meetup was the comparison between traditional testing and AI-empowered testing. While traditional testing relies on manual creation and execution of test cases, Generative AI enables testers to automate test planning, scenario design, and coverage analysis in seconds. This not only boosts productivity but also improves accuracy, cost-efficiency, and time-to-market.
The session also covered essential considerations such as ethical AI usage, addressing hallucinations, data privacy, and the importance of maintaining human oversight in AI-assisted testing. Abbas emphasized that AI is not replacing testers but empowering them to evolve into strategic quality engineers.
The meetup provided a strong networking opportunity for QA specialists and organizations in the UAE. Participants expressed interest in future learning workshops, certification programs, and collaborative initiatives to keep pace with rapid advancements in AI-driven testing.
As a key event partner, Codelattice continues to support knowledge sharing, digital transformation, and professional upskilling in the technology ecosystem. With expertise in cloud solutions, AI adoption, cybersecurity, and enterprise applications, Codelattice plays an active role in building future-ready digital capabilities for businesses in the UAE and beyond. If you missed the event and would like to stay updated on upcoming meetups, GenAI in testing workshops, or corporate training opportunities, reach out to us at askus@codelattice.com. Together, we’re shaping the future of software quality in the AI era.
