What's the difference between alpha and beta testing?

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#1

What’s the difference between alpha and beta testing?

#2

Hi Priyanka,

Both involve testing software, but at different stages and with different goals.

  • Alpha testing is done internally by the development team to find major flaws, ensure core features work, and assess usability in a controlled environment.
  • Beta testing involves external users like potential customers or the public. It gathers user feedback, tests the software in real-world scenarios, and identifies usability issues developers might miss

Check this article to know the differences between alpha testing and beta testing:

#3

Hey Priyanka,

Focus:

Alpha testing focuses on finding bugs and ensuring that the software meets the initial design and functional requirements set by the development team. Beta testing focuses on gathering feedback from real users to identify potential improvements and ensure that the software meets user expectations and needs.

#4

Hey Priyanka,

Alpha testing typically occurs before beta testing and is conducted when the software is in the final stages of development but before it is released to external users. Beta testing occurs after alpha testing and is conducted when the software is in a more advanced stage but still requires validation from a broader user base before its final release.

Hope this answer works for you please let me know if you need any further clarification.