The purpose of our beta test plan is to generate feedback from a group of individuals not intimately knowledgeable with our product. This feedback should address issues of portability, reliability, and product usability. Once the feedback from our beta-testers is received, we will devote the time remaining in the semester to fixing any defects found, responding to issues of usability, and trying to extend the portability of the tool.
In the selection of beta-testers, we have attempted to select individuals who use a variety of platforms and environments. Potential beta-testers were also selected by the applicability of this tool to their individual interests and levels of experience. An alternate criteria for tester selection was a distinct aptitude for finding ways to break code.
The following individuals were selected to beta-test our code.
See the appendix for a listing of the instructions given to the beta testers.