ZAPTALK (Automation Unfiltered)
The monthly podcast for QA leaders where software testing, automation, and cutting-edge technology collide. Hosted by Joe Colantonio and featuring Alex (ZAP) Chernyak, the visionary founder of ZAPTEST, we dive deep into the conversations that truly matter in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world. Ready to elevate your testing game and cut through the noise? It’s time to get Zapped! https://testguild.me/zappod
ZAPTALK (Automation Unfiltered)
From Punch Cards to AI: Exploring America and Entrepreneurship
Dive into the latest ZAPTALK episode as industry veterans discuss the evolution of automation, AI, and the future of testing.
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Gain firsthand insights from pioneers who have shaped the software landscape and get a candid look at American innovation through their unique journeys.
📌 The journey from assembly language programming on punch cards in the 1960s to today’s AI-driven automation platforms
📌 Real talk on the practical benefits—and risks—of AI across different sectors, including healthcare and enterprise software
📌 How ZapTest AI is reinventing “record and playback” for modern business and empowering non-technical users
📌 The cultural differences in software innovation, and what made Mercury’s team and company ethos unique in the global tech world
đź“Ś Honest advice for the next generation on adapting to rapid change, learning new skills, and seizing opportunities in the age of AI
Be sure to check the link below for a demo of ZapTest’s latest features and insights on staying ahead in the evolving world of automation!
This Weeks Guest
Onagh Ash is the Managing Partner of S&A (Mexico) and ONA LLC (Nevada). With over 40 years of experience, Onagh has played a key role in managing several software companies, working across technology, sales, marketing, and management consulting. This extensive background has allowed her to implement global solutions across diverse industries and countries.
Through this journey, Onagh became increasingly aware of the critical need for education and social change, especially for women and children. Today, she is dedicated to partnering with small nonprofits focused on empowering women and children through education. Her work aims to create meaningful social impact, helping communities grow through shared experiences, mentorship, and structured learning programs.
Onagh’s personal specialty lies in mentoring colleagues as they implement new business visions, guiding them to turn ideas into practical, impactful results. [Follow Onagh on LinkedIn]
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