MoT Meetups: April / May 2025

Have a browse of our upcoming community-led meetups

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Bug’s antennas buzz non-stop. All across The MoTaverse, meetups signal — Accra, Barcelona, Berlin, Manchester, Munich, Newcastle, Castelo Branco, and beyond. Signals cross oceans. Cities light up. New voices join the constellation of testers shaping the future of quality. TestBash rises on the horizon, but right now the world is awake, connected, and full of possibility. The network hums. Tune in.

Ghana Meetup (Accra) 🇬🇭
Date: Saturday, 12 April 2025

Is manual testing slowly becoming the next floppy disk — outdated and overlooked? At MoT Ghana’s hands-on Appium workshop, you’ll learn mobile automation skills, best practices, and Agile testing insights designed to future-proof your QA career. Dust off your curiosity cap and join us — who knows, you might just automate your way into your dream job!.


Munich Meetup 🇩🇪
Date: Tuesday, 15 April 2025

If reading code feels like deciphering ancient runes, are you really ready for the AI era? Join MoT Munich’s advanced online Code Reading Club with Samuel Nitsche to sharpen your skills in interpreting unfamiliar code using smart visualization and analysis techniques. Bring your brain, a sense of adventure, and maybe even a lightsaber — this isn't just reading code, it’s leveling up your software superpowers!


Berlin Meetup 🇩🇪
Date: Tuesday, 15 April 2025

If testing practices are evolving faster than you can say “AI-driven automation,” how are we keeping pace as a community? This spring, while MoT groups bloom across Munich and Berlin, join us for a relaxed open-air meetup at Mauerpark — no presentations, just real conversations about testing, careers, and the craft of quality. Look for the Ministry of Testing sign, bring your best ideas, and let's shape the future of testing one conversation at a time.

Tunis Meetup 🇹🇳
Date: Thursday, 17 April 2025

If AI can automate everything from bug detection to deployment, what new superpowers will testers need? Celebrate the return of MoT Tunis with an online meetup diving into how AI is reshaping testing and where your career can grow next. Bring your questions, your ideas, and a fresh perspective — the future of testing is being built by those who show up.

Castelo Branco Meetup 🇵🇹
Date: Tuesday, 6 May 2025

Every great community starts with a first hello. MoT Castelo Branco kicks off with a big-hearted evening of talks on the future of testing, AI, and how continuous learning is shaping the next wave of QA. Come meet the pioneers, swap ideas, and be there when it all begins.

London Meetup 🇬🇧
Date: Thursday, 8 May 2025

If testing is only about keeping pace with the sprint, are we missing the real race? MoT London 3.0: Beyond the Sprint brings you sharp insights, rapid-fire talks, a legendary bug hunt, and an atmosphere so electric it practically debugs itself. Secure your spot before it vanishes — this is where the future of QA isn’t just discussed, it’s ignited.

Coventry Meetup 🇬🇧
Date: Thursday, 8 May 2025

Reality check: the apps of tomorrow won’t just crash — they’ll hallucinate, mislead, and misbehave in ways we’re only beginning to understand. At MoT Coventry, Bill Matthews will unpack how testers can tackle the messy, unpredictable world of Large Language Models with smarter strategies and sharper tools. Come for the cutting-edge insights, stay for the 99 Second Talks and a bite to eat with the QA community.

Berlin Meetup 🇩🇪
Date: Tuesday, 13 May 2025

Forget buzzwords — the real magic in testing isn’t found in certifications or flashy tools. At MoT Berlin, Christine Pinto will reveal what companies truly value in testers, plus you’ll get the chance to jump into 99-Second Talks and swap real stories with the community. Come sharpen your impact, share a moment on the mic, and leave a little more unstoppable than you arrived.

Valencia Meetup 🇪🇸
Date: Thursday 15, May
Valencia’s testing community is back, and the signal is strong. Join us for the first rebooted MoT Valencia meetup — an evening of security insights, real conversation, and fresh momentum after the buzz of the Selenium and Appium Conference. Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and help shape the next chapter of testing in Valencia.

Manchester Meetup 🇬🇧
Date: Thursday, 15 May 2025

Manchester’s back on the map — and this time, it’s all about performance under pressure. Join us at Betfred’s offices for a deep dive into the realities of performance testing across cloud and heritage tech, with real-world lessons from Mike Forshaw and Darryl Kennedy. Good food, sharp talks, and a community that doesn’t crash under load — see you there.

Barcelona Meetup 🇪🇸
Date: Thursday, 15 May 2025

In a city known for design, innovation, and precision, it’s only fitting that a new testing community takes root. Join us for the inaugural MoT Barcelona meetup to explore fresh perspectives on test event tracking, the path from manual to automation, and the evolving craft of quality assurance. Build connections, exchange ideas, and help shape a new chapter for testers in Barcelona.

Newcastle Meetup 🇬🇧
Date: Tuesday, 20 May 2025

What if five minutes was all it took to change how you see testing — or yourself? MoT Newcastle’s lightning talks are fast, fearless, and wide open: from testing strategies to unexpected passions, every voice shapes the room. Step in, speak up, or just listen closely — the future of testing doesn’t wait for permission.

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