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alpha testing

📖 ISTQB Glossary

Official ISTQB Definition

A type of acceptance testing performed in the developer's test environment by roles outside the development organization.

3 Ways to Think About It

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The Quick Take

Testing by users at the developer's site before general release.

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Look Closer

Early testing with real users in a controlled environment.

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The Bottom Line

The first round of external testing, usually internal to the company.

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