How to Successfully Implement Continuous Testing Within a DevOps Pipeline

Mike Vizard is a seasoned IT journalist with over 25 years of experience. He also contributed to IT Business Edge, Channel Insider, Baseline and a variety of other IT titles. Previously, Vizard was the editorial director at Ziff-Davis Enterprise as well as editor-in-chief at CRN and InfoWorld.

Progressive, client-centric and innovative hands-on technology leader with a proven track record of 12 years of experience leading the design and delivery of more than 30 digital projects. I have founded two consulting companies serving more than 20 clients on IT and digital projects and leading +80 training and technical workshops building client's capabilities.

Experienced across multiple sectors (Healthcare, financial, banking, assurance, eCommerce, transport, and energy) I have always sort to adapt and grow, seeking new challenges and proving my versatility.

As a technologist, I have been always certifying my core knowledge achieving 52 certifications across 6 dimensions including architecture, technology, management, and culture transformation.

Alan is founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Techstrong Group, the company behind DevOps.com, Container Journal, Security Boulevard and Digital Anarchist, as well as co-founder of the DevOps Institute. As such, he is attuned to the world of technology, particularly cloud, DevOps, security and open source. With almost 30 years of entrepreneurial experience, Alan has been instrumental in the success of several organizations. He is an often-cited personality in the security and technology community and is a sought-after speaker at industry and government conferences and events. In addition to his writing, his DevOps Chats podcast, DevOps TV and Digital Anarchist audio and videos are widely followed. Alan attributes his success to a combination of a strong business background and a deep knowledge of technology. His legal background, long experience in the field and New York street smarts combine to form a unique personality. He is a graduate of St. John's University with a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Politics, and holds a JD degree from NY Law School.