Transforming Software Testing with AI: A Chat with Itamar Friedman from Codium AI

The AI Native Dev - from Copilot today to AI Native Software Development tomorrow

In this episode of the AI Native Dev Podcast, host Guy Podjarny sits down with Itamar Friedman, the co-founder and CEO of Codium AI, a leading company in the AI test generation space. Itamar brings a wealth of experience from his diverse background, including his work in chip verification at Mellanox. Before founding Codium AI, Itamar held significant roles in various tech companies, showcasing his expertise in AI and software development.
The discussion delves into the intricacies of AI test generation, exploring how AI can enhance different types of testing, from unit and component testing to system and end-to-end testing. Itamar explains how AI can assist in test planning, generating and maintaining tests, and the distinct roles of functional and regression testing. He also addresses the challenges developers face in trusting AI-generated tests and outlines the path towards autonomous AI test generation. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of AI in software testing and development.