Giannis Papadakis is a passionate Software Engineer in Test with over 13 years of experience across various domains, including telecom, market research, and e-publishing. His keen interest in automating software development processes led him to specialize in testing and test-driven development approaches.

Throughout his career, Giannis has worked on demanding projects primarily focused on Test Automation, utilizing a wide range of established software solutions in the market. Currently serving as the Director of QA at GWI, he is responsible for establishing the overall QA strategy for their SaaS solution, driving the transition towards a more Agile Testing World.

In addition to his professional commitments, Giannis actively engages with the tech community to expand his knowledge and give back. He has taken the initiative to organize a successful meetup that brings together over 100 tech professionals. Furthermore, he has a strong passion for sharing his experiences and knowledge with others, regularly speaking at local meetups and larger conferences.

Giannis's contributions have been recognized, and he was recently nominated as a k6 Champion, where he strives to contribute to the success of performance testing initiatives with k6.