Aaron Hodder | Shipping 20x a Day: Maintaining Quality Without “More Playwright”

How do you maintain quality when shipping over 20 times a day to tens of thousands of users? Hint: The answer isn’t “more Playwright.” When we think about organisations that ship continuously to production, it’s tempting to focus on the pipelines, automation, and technology that make it possible. But that’s not the real story. The secret lies in the culture and practices that support those systems. The ways teams communicate, make decisions, and share accountability for quality. In this talk, Aaron will take you through the human side of software development: the rituals, habits, and shared understandings that make frequent, confident delivery possible with a spotlight on how testing is woven into the process. You’ll leave with practical takeaways and real-world examples of cultural and testing practices you can try in your own organisation whether you are shipping once an hour or once a quarter. We are excited to host **Aaron Hodder** as he runs this session on culture and practices in a high-quality, release-often environment where the solution isn't just more automation. **What to expect:** • Session led by Aaron Hodder • Opportunity to pick Aaron's brain and discuss • Time to network and socialise over snacks **Who should attend:** This session is for test practitioners, delivery leads, and engineers; ultimately if you are involved in the delivery cycle, then this session will bring food for thought. **What to bring:** • Yourselves, and the festive spirit **Agenda:** • 5:00pm - Arrive for snacks and chats • 5:30pm - Workshop to start • 6:15pm - Workshop to finish