Egypt’s Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) is set to host the fourth edition of its “Software Testing Day” on May 11, 2026, bringing together global and local experts to explore the impact of artificial intelligence on quality engineering. The event, organized by ITIDA’s Software Engineering Competence Center (SECC), aims to reinforce Egypt’s position as a competitive player in the global software industry.
Quick Facts
- Event: 4th edition of Software Testing Day.
- Theme: AI’s future in software testing.
- Goal: Strengthen Egypt’s software export capabilities.
Bridging Local Talent with Global AI Trends
Held at the Digital Egypt Innovation Hub (Creativa) in Giza, this year’s summit is themed “Shaping the Future of Software Testing in the Age of Artificial Intelligence.” The agenda will focus on how AI is transforming software testing, improving digital product quality, and speeding up development cycles.
As part of the global ISTQB Conference Network, the event provides a critical platform for Egypt’s software development and testing community. Attendees will engage in panel discussions and sessions led by international and local industry leaders, covering topics from automation to intelligent analytics and sharing global best practices to elevate local standards.
A Strategic Push for Egypt’s Digital Economy
This initiative is a key part of ITIDA’s broader strategy to enhance the competitiveness of Egypt’s IT sector. By building a highly skilled talent pool in software engineering, the agency is fostering the creation of export-ready digital solutions designed for regional and global markets.
The event directly supports Egypt’s national strategy to expand its digital exports and transition toward a knowledge-based digital economy, positioning the country as a significant hub for tech talent and innovation.
About ITIDA’s SECC
Established in 2001, the Software Engineering Competence Center (SECC) is the technical and knowledge arm of ITIDA. As an internationally accredited center of excellence, SECC provides advanced technology services, consultancy, and certifications that help ICT companies improve their development processes and adopt global software engineering standards, boosting their technical capabilities and market competitiveness.
Source: MEA TechWatch
