Playwright + API Test Automation Expert & Author
Backend developer, Python tutor, and Udemy instructor
Lead QA Engineer
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Playwright + API Test Automation Expert & Author
Kailash Pathak is a Senior QA Automation Lead Manager at 3Pillar Global with over 17 years of experience Testing world-class digital products across finance, healthcare, and media sectors. He is the author of Web Automation Testing Using Playwright and a recognized global speaker, sharing his expertise on platforms like Medium and conferences worldwide.
Kailash specializes in scalable automation frameworks and integrating quality gates into CI/CD pipelines. He leverages modern tools for UI, API, accessibility, and visual testing, advocating for a “shift-left” testing mindset.
At the Association of Nigeria Software Testers (ANST) annual conference, Kailash will speak on “Revolutionising Playwright Tests with AI-Driven Planning, Generation, and Self-Healing,” showcasing how AI is reshaping the automation landscape. His session promises innovative insights into using AI to build more efficient and resilient automation strategies.
Udemy instructor
Philip Odulaja Temitayo is a gifted backend developer and an exceptional Python trainer. As a Udemy instructor, he has empowered over 18,000 learners from 160 countries to master Python and full-stack development, thanks to his hands-on approach and real-world insight.
Aside from Udemy, Philip is renowned for his interactive, in-person Python workshops for teens with no coding background. Here his patience, empathy, and approachable style have earned him glowing praise from students of all ages. His teaching goes beyond syntax: Philip helps learners think like true software engineers.
Philip is the founder of TechSpark Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to mentoring and empowering young tech enthusiasts in Nigeria. He is passionate about mentoring the next generation of tech leaders in Nigeria.
Join the Python Power Hour at ANST Conference Dec 6th 2025, to benefit first-hand from Philip’s energy, expertise, and proven commitment to transforming beginners into confident coders.
Lead QA Engineer
Samuel Okolo is a Lead QA Engineer and Head of QA with Circo with nearly a decade of experience advancing software quality for organisations in Nigeria and the U.S. As an expert in automation-first strategies, Samuel leverages cutting-edge QA tools and CI/CD pipelines to enhance efficiency and reliability.
Samuel is also the founder of QA TestCraft. This specialist Software Testing outfit provides highly subsidised, mentorship-based training that empowers people struggling to upskill, offering pathways into tech careers for those lacking resources. Through practical online courses, industry partnerships, and hands-on workshops, Samuel helps newcomers become capable testers in as little as two to three months, at minimal cost.
Samuel’s commitment to community, inclusivity, and professional excellence makes Samuel an inspiring trainer for our December conference, where actionable insights on API testing and software QA success will be shared.