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Writing tests with AI, but not LLMs

The Stack Overflow Podcast

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Navigating Software Sales and Testing Automation

This chapter explores the unique challenges faced by sales engineers in selling software to developers, emphasizing the role of technical expertise in building rapport. It discusses the automation solutions designed for predictability and reliability, using the toaster analogy to convey these concepts, while also evaluating the potential and limitations of AI in software development. The chapter further highlights the importance of effective testing frameworks and introduces tools like diff blue, detailing advancements in automating unit test generation through deterministic approaches and static analysis.

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