Stop Bugs Before They Bite: Shift Left Testing | Berlin Meetup
The Test Tribe 8th Berlin Meetup – Stop Bugs Before They Bite: Shift Left Testing
Bugs don’t have to be an inevitable part of software development - if you catch them before they hatch. Join us at The Test Tribe’s 8th Berlin Meetup for an empowering session on how Shift Left Testing can transform your team’s approach to quality. Led by Shweta Varma, this talk will dive into the strategies, tools, and mindset shifts that help teams prevent bugs early, deliver faster, and deploy with confidence.
Event Details
Date: 17th September 2025 (Wednesday)
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM CET
Venue: SumUp (Entrance via Lange Straße), Koppenstraße 8, 10243 Berlin, Germany
Session: Stop Bugs Before They Bite: Shift Left Testing
Speaker: Shweta Varma
Session Overview
Bugs slipping into production aren’t just frustrating - they’re costly. Traditional testing often happens too late, leading to endless bug-fixing cycles and delayed releases.
In this session, Shweta Varma will show how moving testing earlier in the development process changes everything. From redefining the test pyramid to fostering collaboration between QA and development, you’ll learn how Shift Left Testing can uncover issues before they escalate, shorten feedback loops, and pave the way for confident, high-quality deployments.
Key Takeaways
Why Shift Left is a game-changer for modern software teams
How to rethink the test pyramid for today’s fast-paced workflows
The role of continuous testing in boosting product quality
Strategies for achieving confident, zero-surprise deployments
About the Speaker
Shweta Varma is a passionate Quality Advocate who believes testing isn’t a phase - it’s a mindset. She specializes in embedding quality from the very start of the development cycle, combining automation, early feedback, and strong team collaboration. Shweta bridges the gap between QA and engineering, empowering teams to build better, faster, and smarter. She shares her knowledge through talks and writing, inspiring the QA community to see quality as a driver of product excellence - not an afterthought.
Why You Should Attend
Discover how to prevent bugs before they disrupt your workflow
Learn practical steps to integrate Shift Left into your development process
Gain insights into building a culture of quality across teams
Network with Berlin’s vibrant QA and tech community
About The Test Tribe
The Test Tribe is the world’s largest software testing community, empowering global testers since 2018. With 400+ events, 120K+ members across 130+ countries, we foster collaboration, upskilling, and career growth through expert-led courses, memberships, cohorts, and community gatherings.
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Shift early, catch bugs early - see you at the meetup!