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Mohammad Iqbal Shirzai

Automation
Engineer.
Creator. Podcaster.

I build intelligent automation systems, share knowledge through content, and explore the intersection of technology and human potential on my podcast.

Ahmed
Open to Work
5+ Years Exp.
About Me

Who I Am

An engineer by training, creator by passion — building at the crossroads of technology and storytelling.

Automation Engineer

Designing and building scalable automation pipelines, test frameworks, and intelligent systems that save time and reduce human error.

Content Creator

Creating educational tech content that breaks down complex automation and engineering concepts for a broad audience.

Podcaster

Hosting conversations with engineers, creators, and thinkers — exploring careers, technology, and life at the intersection of both.

5+
Years in Automation
50+
Projects Shipped
Ideas in Queue
1
Podcast Launching

My Story

I started as an Automation Engineer with a deep love for making systems smarter and faster. Over the years, I've worked on everything from test automation to industrial process automation — always chasing efficiency.

Now I'm expanding beyond code: into content creation and podcasting — because I believe the best engineers don't just build, they teach and inspire. My upcoming podcast and channel will bring engineering stories and knowledge to a wider audience.

Passionate about intelligent automation & AI-driven workflows

Launching a podcast for engineers, creators & curious minds

Building a content platform to teach and share engineering insights

Skills

What I Bring

A diverse toolkit spanning automation engineering, programming, and creative production.

Automation & Testing

Selenium / Playwright92%
Cypress85%
Robot Framework88%
CI/CD Pipelines90%
Jenkins / GitHub Actions87%

Programming

Python94%
JavaScript / TypeScript82%
Bash / Shell Scripting78%
SQL80%
Java70%

Tools & Platforms

Docker / Kubernetes75%
Jira / Confluence90%
Git92%
Linux83%
AWS / Cloud Basics65%

Also familiar with

Test AutomationAPI TestingPerformance TestingBDD/TDDAgile / ScrumPostmanSelenium GridAppiumLoad TestingContent CreationPodcastingVideo EditingScripting
Projects

Selected Work

A collection of automation projects that demonstrate my engineering capabilities.

AutoFlow Framework

AutoFlow Framework

A custom end-to-end test automation framework built on Playwright and Python. Handles parallel execution, smart retry logic, and auto-generated HTML reports.

PythonPlaywrightCI/CDDocker
API Testing Suite

API Testing Suite

Comprehensive REST API test suite with contract testing, load tests, and schema validation. Integrated with GitHub Actions for continuous quality assurance.

PostmanPythonGitHub Actionsk6
Smart Data Pipeline

Smart Data Pipeline

Automated data ingestion and transformation pipeline that reduces manual effort by 80%. Uses Python scripts, scheduled jobs, and real-time alerting.

PythonSQLAirflowAWS
Mobile Automation Kit

Mobile Automation Kit

Cross-platform mobile test automation suite covering iOS and Android. Built with Appium, supports real device and emulator testing in parallel.

AppiumJavaTestNGSelenium Grid
Content

YouTube Channel

Teaching automation, testing, and engineering through practical, hands-on video content.

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Build a Full Selenium Test Suite in 30 Minutes
28:42
Automation

Build a Full Selenium Test Suite in 30 Minutes

12.4K views28:42
Python for Testers: Beginner to Intermediate
45:10
Python

Python for Testers: Beginner to Intermediate

9.1K views45:10
CI/CD Pipeline Setup for QA Engineers
33:05
DevOps

CI/CD Pipeline Setup for QA Engineers

7.8K views33:05
Podcast

The Show

Deep conversations about engineering, creativity, and building a career worth talking about.

Launching Soon

Engineering the Future,
One Episode at a Time

A podcast for engineers who code, create, and think beyond the terminal. Each episode is a raw, honest conversation about the realities of engineering careers, creative projects, and building something meaningful.

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The Engineer's Mindset

By Ahmed

17:2452:00

Upcoming Episodes

EP 001

Why Every Engineer Should Think Like a Creator

The intersection of building software and building an audience — why sharing your knowledge is the ultimate career leverage.

52 minSolo Episode
EP 002

From QA to Lead: Career Growth in Automation

Mapping out a clear path from junior tester to automation architect — the skills, mindset, and moves that matter.

48 minComing Soon
EP 003

AI in Test Automation: Hype vs. Reality

Cutting through the noise on AI-powered testing tools. What actually works, what doesn't, and where the industry is heading.

61 minComing Soon
Contact

Let's Connect

Whether you want to collaborate, have a project in mind, or just want to say hi — my inbox is open.

Email
ahmed@example.com

I'm available for freelance automation projects, speaking opportunities, podcast collaborations, and full-time roles. Don't hesitate to reach out!

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