To strengthen collaboration between academia and industry while equipping students with the latest technological trends, the Faculty of Information Technology at Ho Chi Minh City University of Industry and Trade (HUIT) successfully organized an academic seminar entitled “Automation and Software Testing in Software Development” as part of its academic activities for the 2025–2026 academic year.

The seminar attracted the participation of the Faculty Board, lecturers, researchers, members of academic clubs, and more than 400 students from the Faculty of Information Technology. As one of the faculty's key academic events, the seminar provided an excellent platform for students to engage with industry experts and leading technology companies, fostering meaningful knowledge exchange and professional networking.

In the opening remarks, representatives of the Faculty Board emphasized the importance of integrating academic education with industry practices in the era of rapid digital transformation. Through specialized seminars such as this, students gain access to the latest technological developments while developing a deeper understanding of industry expectations, professional workflows, and emerging technologies widely adopted in modern software enterprises.

The seminar featured a series of keynote presentations delivered by experienced professionals from leading technology companies. The selected topics reflected current industry demands and addressed practical challenges in modern software engineering.

The first presentation, “Software Testing in the AI Era,” provided valuable insights into the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in software testing. The speaker discussed how AI-driven techniques are transforming quality assurance processes, improving testing efficiency, and accelerating software development.

Subsequent presentations focused on software development methodologies, software quality assurance and testing processes, as well as emerging trends in software engineering. These sessions enabled students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the software development life cycle, quality standards, project management practices, and the technical and professional competencies required in today's competitive technology sector.

Beyond the technical presentations, the seminar featured an interactive discussion session where students had the opportunity to engage directly with the invited speakers. Numerous questions regarding career development, professional skills, employment opportunities, and emerging technologies were thoroughly addressed, providing practical guidance and valuable insights for participants.

Through this seminar, students were able to gain first-hand exposure to real-world industry practices while strengthening their critical thinking, professional communication, and problem-solving skills. The event also reinforced the Faculty's educational philosophy of integrating academic excellence with practical experience, placing students at the center of the learning process, and continuously updating its curriculum to meet the evolving needs of society and industry.

In recent years, the Faculty of Information Technology has consistently promoted academic excellence through seminars, workshops, scientific research activities, academic competitions, and collaborative projects with industry partners. These initiatives have played a significant role in creating a dynamic, innovative, and internationally oriented learning environment for students.

The successful organization of the seminar “Automation and Software Testing in Software Development” once again demonstrates the Faculty's commitment to academic quality, industry engagement, and sustainable educational development. Looking ahead, the Faculty will continue to expand its partnerships with industry and organize more specialized academic events, providing students with greater opportunities for learning, innovation, and professional growth.