How to get started with automation with Sai Rahul Paluvai

Are you curious about automation but not sure where to begin? Whether you're from a testing background, a developer wanting to streamline your tasks, or a business enthusiast eager to eliminate repetitive processes—this session is crafted just for you.

In this session, I will guide you through the fundamentals of automation, tailored to your current role and future goals. We'll break down complex topics into digestible, real-world concepts to help you understand why, where, and how automation can revolutionize the way you work.

What We’ll Cover:

What is Automation?

Understand the core concept and where automation fits in the software development lifecycle and business operations.

Types of Automation

From Web UI Testing, API Testing, CI/CD pipelines, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), to daily task automation—get a full landscape view.

Choosing the Right Tools & Tech Stack

We’ll talk about beginner-friendly tools like Selenium, Playwright, Rest Assured, Postman, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Zapier, and more—based on your interest area.

Setting Up Your First Automation Project

Hands-on guidance on setting up your environment, writing your first automation script, and structuring projects in a scalable way.

Best Practices & Common Pitfalls

Learn how to avoid beginner mistakes, write maintainable code, and follow industry-relevant best practices.

Career Opportunities & Roadmap

I’ll walk you through the career paths in automation—what companies look for, and how to upskill smartly over time.

Who is this session for?

• Testers with manual experience looking to enter automation
• Developers interested in automating workflows and deployments
• Non-tech professionals exploring no-code/low-code automation tools
• Students or beginners aiming to build a strong automation foundation

Why Book This Session?

Think of this as your personal mentorship call—not a generic YouTube tutorial. I’ll personalize the session based on your background, learning style, and goals. You’ll walk away with a clear action plan, recommended tools, learning paths, and confidence to take your next step.