The Software Quality Discussion Group, SQDG, is a community of software professionals in Calgary, Alberta Canada. We are dedicated to the exploration of all aspects of software quality, with a special emphasis on providing software professionals with a means of sharing their experiences.

To advance the thinking and practices around software quality through the investigation and discussion of all aspects of software quality.

We fulfill our mission by:

• Fostering a local community for software quality professionals;
• Hosting monthly sessions with guest speakers from industry and academia;
• Providing the community with an open forum in which to share expertise;
• Organizing networking events;
• Promoting a professional image of software quality in the local hi-tech community;
• Cooperating with other local and international software quality and software testing groups.

The group came into being around 2000 as a study group for individuals planning on sitting the American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) exam. Since those early days our focus has shifted towards discussion and examination of all aspects of software development, software quality and testing.

Our sessions are open to anyone. You do not need to be a member to attend. Our sessions are a great way to hear about many topics within software quality, as well as offer a way for individuals in the field to network. The SQDG also hosts a yearly Network Event. If you are interested in attending an SQDG session or event, please RSVP using the links on the Schedule page.

The discussion group is informal. Membership is not required and there are no fees involved. To become a member, simply join the Software Quality Discussion Group on LinkedIn.

The SQDG is always looking for presenters. Presenting at SQDG is a great way to share your experiences and insights on software quality. Please note that as we do not charge for meetings or membership, presenters are not financially compensated. If you are interested in presenting, please see our Be a Speaker page.

The SQDG is maintained and organized by volunteers. We are always looking for help. If you are interested in volunteering please contact us . Tell us a bit about yourself and what you would like to help with.

There are costs incurred with running our organization. Various local businesses and individuals support the Software Quality Discussion Group and pay these costs on our behalf. You can see our list of current sponsors on our Sponsors page.

As the SQDG grows, we expect to incur additional expenses. We offer a variety of different ways for individuals or organizations to sponsor and support our group. No donation is too big or too small. If you are interested in sponsoring us in any way, please contact us .

The Team is responsible for the annual planning and organization of the Calgary Software Quality Discussion Group.

• Clancey McNeal
• Sherry Heinze

If you would like to contact us, please see our Contact Us page.

The Advisory Board is responsible for providing guidance and direction to the Directors in the planning and organization of the group. The Advisory Board includes:

• Sherry Heinze
• Janet Gregory
• Janet Hykaway
• Sabina Fabbian
• Nancy Kelln

Thank you to all the past and present board members, volunteers, presenters and sponsors for your time, energy and contributions to the success of the Calgary Software Quality Discussion Group.

See the Past Presenters page for a listing of the individuals who have presented for the SQDG since our 2000/2001 season.