Istanbul Software Testing Conference (ISTC)

Rik Marselis is the chairman of the TMAP special interest group. He is a highly regarded presenter, trainer, author, consultant and coach who supported many organizations and people in improving their quality engineering & testing practice. His presentations are always appreciated for their liveliness, his ability to keep the talks serious but light, and his use of practical examples with humorous comparisons.

Rik is an accredited trainer for TMAP, ISTQB and TPI certification training courses. He is a co-author of the TMAP book “Quality for DevOps teams” and contributor to the www.TMAP.net body of knowledge for quality engineering & testing.

In 2022 Rik received the ISTQB Software Testing Excellence Award.

A year later he received the EuroSTAR 2023 Testing Excellence Award.

Hasan works as a Test Manager at KocDigital, a leading IoT company in Turkey. He has more than 20 years of experience in the SW testing area in the fields of telecom, defense, IoT, and has managed many testing teams. He enjoys talking about the social aspect of testing and has spoken at many different testing conferences. He studied for a PhD in Philosophy of Technology.

In 2013, Hasan received the EuroSTAR Quality Star of the Year Award.

In 2014, Hasan's team received the TESTA Test Team of the Year Award.

With over 25 years of experience in information technology, I am a Cloud Engineering Director at Global IT, the first Google Cloud Platform provider in Turkey. I lead a team of technical engineers, presales specialists, and customer success managers who support our clients with cloud transformation, infra/devops, Google Workspace, and Google Data Cloud solutions.

My background combines strong technical and business skills, as well as a value-based and people-centered leadership style. I have delivered high-quality IT products and services in various domains, especially finance and retail, and worked on multinational projects as an analyst, developer, designer, project manager, and sales manager. I am passionate about innovation, collaboration, and customer satisfaction, and I hold globally recognized certifications in project management, Java programming, and corporate finance.

I began as a software developer in 2007, but since 2010, I have developed a keen interest in test automation and later in DevOps. My focus is on automating all aspects of the development pipeline to speed up software development. I am passionate about open-source tools and technologies. I have presented talks on testing at meetups and conferences, as well as authored blog posts and testing materials. - www.testrisk.com

İlker Erken is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in mathematics and engineering. Graduating from Kabataş Boys' High School with a focus on mathematics, he furthered his education at Yıldız Technical University, specializing in Mathematical Engineering.

Throughout his career, İlker has made significant contributions to various industries including E-commerce, Energy, Telecommunications, Marketing, CRM, and Campaign management. He has lent his expertise to renowned companies such as D-Smart, Markafoni, Sabancı Holding e-commerce companies, Epiaş, EneriSA, Al-Tayer group, and Insider.

İlker's proficiency extends beyond his technical skills. He has played pivotal roles in establishing and managing software QA and QA analysis infrastructure, while also nurturing and leading QA teams. His involvement in ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and CMMI processes showcases his commitment to quality standards and process improvement.

Currently serving as the QA and Analysis Manager at BTS Group, İlker remains at the forefront of innovation. He conducts personal research on the integration of artificial intelligence into software QA processes, while also imparting his knowledge through coaching and leadership development in testing methodologies.

István Forgács, PhD, was originally a researcher at the Computer and Automation Research Institute of the Hungarian Academy of Sciences. He has had more than 25 scientific articles published in leading international journals and conference proceedings. He is the co-author of four books.

He is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of 4Test-Plus and is a former CEO of 4D Soft. He is an author of the Advanced Test Analyst Working Group and a former member of the Agile Working Group of ISTQB. István is the creator and key contributor of the only two-phase model-based test automation tool Harmony.

He is an internationally recognized speaker and blogger. With his co-author Prof. Attila Kovács, they created a website that is a unique place where testers can exercise test design by executing and improving their tests.

Prof. Dr. Cemal Yılmaz, lisans ve lisansüstü eğitimini Bilkent Üniversitesi Bilgisayar ve Enformatik Mühendisliği Bölümünde tamamlayıp, doktora derecesini 2005 yılında University of Maryland-College Park, MD, ABD’den almıştır. 2005-2008 yılları arasında IBM T. J. Watson Research Center, NY, ABD’de çalışan Dr. Yılmaz, 2008 yılından beri Sabancı Üniversitesi Mühendislik ve Doğa Bilimleri Fakültesinde Öğretim Üyesidir. Dr. Yılmaz’ın başlıca araştırma konuları arasında yazılım kalite güvencesi (özellikle de yazılım sınama) yer almaktadır. Prof. Dr. Yılmaz 20 seneyi aşkın bir süredir yapay zeka tabanlı yazılım sınama yöntemleri, algoritmaları, yaklaşımları ve araçları geliştirmektedir.

Industrial engineer with an MBA degree , having over 20 years experience with record of success in banking/technology sector, 2 years as an AUDITOR, 19 years as a BUSINESS/SYSTEM ANALYST, PROJECT MANAGER and IT MANAGER.

Being Certified Business Analysis ProfessionalTM (CBAP®) by International Institute of Business Analysis is an evidence of depth-in knowledge on Business & System Analysis.

Being TOGAF® 9 Certified( The Open Group Arhitecture Framework) by Open Group is a validation of depth-in knowledge on Enterprise Architecture.
Being PMP® Certified by Project Management Institute is an evidence of depth-in knowledge on Project Management.

Engaged in all steps and processes of banking operations and information technology governance. Accountable for business process analysis, system analysis , business process redesign, product management, project management, change management, team management, auditing, vendor management ,contract management and accounting with the goal maximizing client statisfaction and minimizing risks. Working as an IT Analysis and Test Management Unit Head and managing a team of over 30 people in two locations, I have an in depth understanding of software application lifecycle, team management and managing multiple concurrent projects. Being worked as a Transaction Services Business Unit responsible of Technology Services in a global bank for 14 years made me experienced on banking regulations, COBIT standards, managing local and global systems at the same time.

Serkan is the Head of Test & QA at Pazarama, a leading online marketplace for local services. He is a software testing and test automation expert with over 15 years of experience in the IT industry.

Serkan guides multiple QA teams at Pazarama, guaranteeing the excellence and dependability of its applications and platforms. His dedication lies in providing top-tier products and services that precisely align with the desires and standards of both customers and stakeholders. With a firm grasp of SDLC, CI/CD, SQA methodologies, and best practices, Serkan ensures that Pazarama operates at the forefront of quality assurance.

He has also adeptly managed and executed QA projects for Deloitte, INGBank, TurkTelekom, and Turkcell Technology, each being among the top global companies in their respective fields.

Bilgi teknolojileri alanında 20. yılımı geride bırakıyorum. Mesleğe açık kaynak kod temelli yazılım geliştiriciliği ile işin mutfağından başladım. 8 yıllık bir serüvende özellikle Telekom, Sağlık, Lojistik ve Havacılık sektöründe onlarca projede binlerce satır kod. Kim bilir bugün hala bir yerlerde bazıları çalışmaya devam ediyordur. Ardından 3 yıllık kısa bir yöneticilik deneyimi ile iş hayatından beklentilerimi netleştirmem ve ardından Testinium'un kuruluşu. 2014-2021 arası geçen müthiş bir macera, onlarca başarı ve alanında en hızlı büyüyen teknoloji şirketi olma başarısı.

Konforu bozmak ve yeni maceralar hep ilgimi çekmiştir. Bu nedenle 2021 sonu Türkiyenin ilk ön ödemeli sağlık hizmet ağı Bloopi nin hayata geçmesi ve 2 yılda müthiş bir büyüme. Son olarak Finans dünyasına Kalfa Teknoloji ile bir giriş. Aynı zamanda bu profesyonel olarak ilk CEO deneyimiydi ve çok özeldi.

Cem Susal is the Vice President of Technology at Logiwa, boasting an 19-year career marked by innovative leadership. He has refined his strategic vision through the Wharton CTO Program and continues to stay ahead of technological advancements with ongoing studies in the CTO Academy's digital MBA program.

Cem excels in blending IT solutions with business goals, particularly in startup and scale-up environments. His expertise spans product management, software engineering, quality assurance, data engineering, technical operations, and project management. As a member of the CTO Academy Community, Cem remains connected to industry trends and dedicated to the collective growth of the tech sector.

Under Cem's leadership, his teams consistently exceed goals, leveraging his deep knowledge of software development, Agile Scrum frameworks, and UX Centered Design. His collaborative and inclusive management style underscores his ability to orchestrate high-performance teams, making him a thought leader who translates technological potential into business success.