The panel discussion at Testμ 2022, moderated by Mudit Singh of LambdaTest, featured experts Joe Colantonio, Sneha V., and Carlos Kidman, who delved into the complexities of selecting automation technology. Joe highlighted the importance of a robust automation strategy, while Sneha emphasized the necessity of skill set, budget, and strategic planning in DevOps automation. Carlos shared experiences from his time at Workfront, illustrating the importance of a clear roadmap and platform engineering team when integrating diverse systems. The conversation also covered the significance of understanding team needs before selecting tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright, and the panelists advocated for trialing AI-driven tools to understand their practical applications. They also underscored the value of both manual and automated testing, the importance of coding standards, and the need for management to prioritize quality in budgeting. Through audience questions, the panel discussed topics such as the future of Python in automation, the necessity of code coverage, and the role of manual testing in the DevOps model.