Michael Bolton

Rapid
Software
Testing
Courses

Nine, in collaboration with Qalibrate and Michael Bolton,
will offer two different courses during week 40, from September 29 to October 3:

Testing and Automation: Avoiding the traps (Sep 29 - Oct 1)

Rapid Software Testing Managed (Oct 2-3)

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Nine, in collaboration with Qalibrate and Michael Bolton,
will offer two different courses during week 40, from September 29 to October 3:

Testing and Automation: Avoiding the traps (Sep 29 - Oct 1)

Rapid Software Testing Managed (Oct 2-3)

Sign up

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The Rapid Software Testing philosophy

In a world where time is scarce and complexity is increasing, we need to rethink the way we test. Testers who have attended Rapid Software testing courses are taught to test faster and more cost-effectively, while also achieving a higher level of credibility within the team and the rest of the organization. The courses will equip you to better handle the pressures of the environment and inspire you to develop your skills.

Courses available in 2025

Early bird discount

Sign up for one or both courses by June 30, 2025, and receive a 25% discount.

Group discount

Register five participants and pay for only four.

This offer can be combined with the early bird discount.

Testing and
Automation: Avoiding the Traps

From September 29 to October 1

“Test automation” is a hot topic. If you work in testing, you’re likely under pressure to automate. But how should you approach it?
Only specific aspects of testing can be automated — so which ones should you focus on first? There are plenty of expensive tools out there, but there are also free ones — and you might even build some yourself. What shouldn’t you focus on? What traps should you avoid? And how can AI help — or hinder — your efforts?
In short, this class is about the essence of automation strategy: creating a vision and setting goals that make sense for you and your organization.

DKK 12.000 excluding VAT

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Rapid Software Testing Managed

From October 2 to October 3


Excellent testing is an open investigation carried out by skilled technical professionals. Excellent test management requires focusing on the people who perform the testing – their skills, behavior, and how they relate to the rest of the development process. This class will help you become a better test manager.







DKK 8.000 excluding VAT

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Both courses


From September 29 to October 3
















DKK 16.000 excluding VAT

Participant testimonials

Andreas Duerlund Heinz
Senior Software Developer – Test

“The learnings from Michael Bolton on RST Managed have been invaluable in my day-to-day efforts of sharing – and passing on – my perspective on software testing with my developer colleagues.

Michael has a unique way of framing what is needed for the most effective and valuable way to spend time on testing software in our current SDLCs. Using Michaels learnings I am better equipped to share the RST way of doing software testing with my developer colleagues.”

Henrik Martinussen
Senior Consultant – Test

“I participated in the course “Rapid Software Testing” at Nine A/S in 2024 and thoroughly enjoyed the perfect blend of novel testing techniques, useful tools, and thought-provoking discussions.

Despite having several years of experience as a professional software tester, I was introduced to several valuable tools and approaches I hadn’t encountered before. Instructor Michael Bolton brings a wealth of real-world experience, which he shares generously—and he does so in a way that is both highly entertaining and deeply educational. I highly recommend this course.”

Mette Broholm
Managing Consultant – Test

“The RST class in Automation broadened my perspective on how to better understand my role as a technical tester and it inspired me to think differently about how tooling can help me in various ways. Within the context of Rapid Software Testing, I was challenged to reconsider my practices and the value my work brings to a project. The hands-on exercises were highly relevant, thought-provoking, and immediately applicable to real-world challenges.

I left the course truly inspired, and I can recommend this class to any tester, technical tester or developer involved in automation who wants to deepen their understanding and sharpen their critical thinking skills.”

Rapid Software Testing Courses

About the
RST-courses

Learning Approach

RST-courses focus particularly on hands-on exercises and practical tasks. The learning approach isn’t driven by slides and/or memorization. Instead, it’s highly interactive – with Michael incorporating participants’ questions and needs into the material. The goal is for participants to take these insights home and implement them in their daily work

Method

Rapid Software Testing is applicable in all types of companies, regardless of the project model used. It is well-proven and recognized worldwide

Skills

Participants in the course will, upon returning to work, be able to assist their teams and stakeholders in quickly and effectively gaining insight into the quality of the product and whether there are defetcs that could ultimately threaten the product’s value.

Practial information

Dates:
September 29 – October 3, 2025

Courses:
Testing and Automation: Avoiding the Traps (September 29 – October 1)
Rapid Software Testing Managed (October 2–3)

Location:
Nine A/S
Kongens Nytorv 18
1050 Copenhagen, Denmark

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