Mark Harman

Centre de Recherche en Économie et Statistique

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Mark Harman is a pioneering figure in software engineering, best known for his foundational contributions to search-based software engineering (SBSE) and automated testing. His work applies computational search techniques to optimize software development processes, from test generation to refactoring. One of his most innovative contributions is the concept of robotic testing for mobile apps, as demonstrated in his 2017 paper "Robotic Testing of Mobile Apps for Truly Black-Box Automation" (65 citations). This work introduced Axiz, a robotic-test generator that physically interacts with mobile devices, offering a uniquely black-box approach to testing by bypassing software-level instrumentation. Harman’s broader impact is immense, with over 20,000 citations across his career, reflecting his role in shaping modern software testing and analysis. He has also led major initiatives, including the development of the widely used test-data generation tool, and served as a key figure in the software engineering community, earning accolades such as the ACM SIGSOFT Outstanding Research Award. His work continues to inspire researchers and practitioners seeking to automate and improve software quality.