TestCon Europe 2026
October 20-23
Vilnius & Online
Luis Filipe Alves Dias
About
Luís Dias is a quality assurance (QA) professional with 10 years’ experience in the field, having built his career in internationally recognized companies such as Altran, EFACEC, Bosch, and Andersen. Throughout his journey, he has worked in demanding and multidisciplinary environments across automotive, energy, healthcare, and other high-tech industries.
He holds a degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering and is ISTQB-certified, AWS-certified, and a certified trainer. Luís combines strong technical expertise with leadership skills and a continuous improvement mindset. Currently, as a Lead Tester, he contributes to defining test strategies, implementing automation frameworks, establishing advanced quality metrics, and optimizing testing processes aligned with business objectives.
Passionate about knowledge sharing, Luís regularly delivers workshops and speaks at technical conferences on topics such as test process mastery, QA differentiation, C++ unit testing with Google Test, automation strategies, and quality engineering best practices.
He strongly believes that true excellence in QA goes beyond testing itself - it requires strategic thinking, business awareness, proactivity, and consistent daily commitment to growth and impact.
Luis Filipe Alves Dias | 10X Performance: The QA Expert’s Playbook
In this presentation, Luis Filipe Alves Dias explores the essential principles that differentiate an average quality assurance (QA) professional from a truly outstanding one. Through the framework of the “10 Commandments,” he outlines the technical, analytical, and behavioral competencies required to stand out in today’s competitive QA landscape.
The session begins by challenging professionals to rethink what differentiation truly means, emphasizing that exceptional results require uncommon actions. It then dives into key areas such as technical expertise beyond traditional testing, deep understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and software testing lifecycle (STLC), and strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Particular attention is given to adopting a solution-oriented mindset rather than merely identifying problems.
The presentation further highlights mastery of test design, continuous learning, adaptability to new technologies, and the importance of effective communication and collaboration. It stresses the value of constructive feedback, business awareness, and understanding how QA contributes to broader organizational goals. Additionally, it addresses the growing importance of programming, automation, and scripting skills, encouraging QA professionals to actively participate in technical discussions and automation strategies.
Finally, Luis Filipe Alves Dias reinforces the importance of proactivity, ownership of one’s career, and intentional skill specialization. The session concludes with the idea that differentiation is not a one-time achievement but a consistent, daily commitment to growth, excellence, and professional impact.