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Why Visual Test Automation Is the Missing Layer in AI-Augmented QA

Artificial intelligence is no longer experimental within software delivery. It’s embedded directly into development pipelines. Teams are generating UI components from prompts, refactoring service layers automatically and producing automation scripts with minimal manual effort. As a result, many organisations now describe their approach as AI-augmented QA. However, most augmentation is occurring at the authoring level.

Anna Mountford March 3, 2026

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AI-Generated Code Defects: How to Test and Validate AI-Built Software

AI-Generated Code Has a Defect Problem. Here’s How to Test It Properly Artificial intelligence can now generate working software in seconds. From UI components and API integrations to full test scripts, AI coding assistants are accelerating development at a pace few organisations could have imagined even three years ago. However, speed is not the same

Anna Mountford March 3, 2026

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Vibe Coding is Taking Over: Why Hybrid Visual Test Automation is the Future

Software development has fundamentally changed. We’re moving past the era of writing precise syntax line by line and entering the age of “vibe coding” – where developers act as architects of intent rather than bricklayers of code. You describe the outcome, the “vibe”, and an AI model handles the implementation. It’s a productivity shift that

Anna Mountford February 5, 2026

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Top UI and Image Based Test Automation Tools in 2026: An Updated and Pragmatic Comparison

UI automation has evolved rapidly over the last year. The rise of AI assisted testing, the continued shift toward hybrid application architectures and growing pressure for cross platform coverage have all reshaped the automation landscape. With so much change, now is the ideal time to revisit the question many organisations are asking in 2026. What

Anna Mountford December 8, 2025

How AI Has Evolved Through 2025: A Balanced Look at Its Role in Testing

Over the past year, AI has dominated conversations across the software industry. Predictions of fully autonomous QA, instant test generation and self-healing automation filled headlines, while fears around job displacement added fuel to the hype. As we move further into 2025, that excitement has begun to settle. Organisations are evaluating AI more realistically and with

Anna Mountford November 13, 2025

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When Automation Meets Artistry: How Visual Test Automation Enables Creativity and Precision

Precision and creativity are often viewed as opposites, yet the most advanced industries today depend on both. Whether in engineering, architecture, gaming, healthcare, or defence, success increasingly relies on the balance between technical accuracy and visual excellence. The software that supports these image-heavy and design-led environments is complex and highly interactive, demanding a new kind

Anna Mountford October 20, 2025

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The Challenge of True Visual Automation: Why Other Tools Struggle and T-Plan Excels

In modern software testing, especially for QA professionals working in regulated sectors or high-precision environments, automation tools must go beyond basic object recognition. For QA testers responsible for validating complex systems – such as CAD, simulation, media, or engineering platforms – many frameworks run into technical limits as graphical accuracy rises and user demands increase.

Anna Mountford October 15, 2025

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Software Testing

T-Plan vs Ranorex vs Eggplant: In-Depth 2025 Comparison of Image-Based and RPA Test Automation Tools

Selecting the right test automation platform is crucial for maintaining software quality and operational efficiency, especially when dealing with complex GUI-rich applications and robotic process automation (RPA) workflows. In 2025, T-Plan, Ranorex Studio, and Eggplant stand out as top contenders, each offering unique strengths across platform support, deployment options, AI-driven testing, and ease of use.

Anna Mountford October 8, 2025

Retail

Visual Test Automation for ePOS Systems: Lessons from a Real Proof of Concept

Electronic Point of Sale (ePOS) systems sit at the centre of modern retail operations. However, testing these systems is rarely straightforward. With tightly integrated hardware, legacy technology and customer-facing interfaces, retail QA teams often struggle to manage rapid change while maintaining quality. At T-Plan, we delivered a successful proof of concept (PoC) for a major

Anna Mountford September 17, 2025

Healthcare

Delivering Reliable, Accessible Patient Portals with UI Test Automation

The Challenge Rolling out a hospital patient portal that works seamlessly across devices and platforms is not just a technical milestone, it is a critical service improvement. Patients need to be able to check test results, book appointments, and request repeat prescriptions quickly and securely. The complexity lies in ensuring the portal is accessible to

Anna Mountford August 13, 2025

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