Pradeep Soundararajan, CEO of Bugasura and Moolya, discusses the evolving landscape of testing and its future trajectory towards 2025 in a keynote session at Testμ 2023. He emphasizes the importance of concise feedback loops and rapid iteration in testing, which have evolved from monthly to multiple daily releases, highlighting that testing is not confined to a specific role but is intrinsic to various business functions, including those of CXOs. Pradeep discusses occupational hazards for testers, noting that overreliance on testing can limit learning, and stresses the necessity of balance and continuous learning. He advocates for a cultural shift within organizations towards comprehensive testing practices, praising CTOs for facilitating this change. The session underscores the role of generative AI in testing, envisioning a future where AI aids in preventing bugs and enhancing decision-making processes. Pradeep envisions an AI-augmented future for testing, where analytics-driven approaches improve testing quality and value. He also addresses questions about fostering innovation in enterprise product testing and accelerating the learning curve for new technologies, emphasizing the significance of foundational understanding and community support in navigating the rapidly evolving testing landscape.