18:30 Wed 4 Feb 2026, BCS London & online: Playwright MCP (Model Context Protocol) - an AI test automation tool

[Immo Hüneke]

BCS Software Practice Advancement specialist group
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SPA-409: Playwright MCP (Model Context Protocol) - an AI test automation tool 
Speaker: Bhupendra Nayee
When: Wednesday 4th February 2026, 18:00 for 18:30 - 20:00 GMT
Where: BCS London, 25 Copthall Avenue, London EC2R 7BP and also online
Price: Free
Booking Link: https://spa04022026.eventbrite.co.uk

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AGENDA

* 6:00pm - networking in BCS London over refreshments
* 6:30pm - presentation begins
* 8:00pm - networking in BCS London (pizza & refreshments)
* 8:45pm at the latest: everyone off the premises (reconvene at The Old Doctor Butler's Head for more drinks & networking)

SYNOPSIS

Over the past few months, a new approach to web testing has emerged: using Playwright with GitHub Copilot to speed up authoring, explore scenarios, and refine assertions.

This presentation highlights how AI is reshaping the testing craft - making automation more iterative, exploratory, and collaboration-friendly.

It also walks through a practical setup in VS Code with the Copilot extension and MCP (Model Context Protocol) to connect AI assistance to a real project context.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER

Bhupendra Nayee is an IT testing professional with over 10 years of experience across multiple domains and projects. With strong proficiency in Java and Selenium, he has built a career in automation testing and is continually driven by innovations in the testing process.

He enjoys exploring new tools and technologies to improve productivity and evolve modern testing practices, and he is passionate about designing and building automation frameworks in different languages and with fresh approaches.

Beyond technology, Bhupendra is also a pranic healer who practises meditation daily. A true nature enthusiast, he often spends his free time in the park, recharging and finding inspiration outdoors.
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