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Tom Akehurst
Creator of WireMock, an open-source API mocking tool, and CTO and co-founder of WireMock, Inc. He has over 20 years of software development experience in various industries.
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Mar 24, 2025
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#210 - Creator of WireMock: Building a Successful Open Source Project and The Art of API Mocking - Tom Akehurst
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Tom Akehurst, the creator of WireMock and CTO of WireMock, Inc., shares his journey from Disney software development to building a leading open-source API mocking tool. He discusses the challenges of API integration that inspired WireMock's creation and its role in enhancing developer productivity. Akehurst highlights the shift from traditional testing approaches to more modern methods like the 'testing trophy.' He also delves into the future of API testing amidst the rise of microservices and AI, offering invaluable insights for developers at all levels.
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