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Alpha testing is done by select users to test the usability and user experience of the tool in development, as well as to find major bugs which affect the functionality of the tool.<ref>“What Is Alpha Testing? An Early Alarm for Defects.” ''Software Testing Help'', 7 June 2018, www.softwaretestinghelp.com/alpha-testing/.</ref> The DCD team also focuses on accessibility testing during this stage.

Alpha testing is done by select users to test the usability and user experience of the tool in development, as well as to find major bugs which affect the functionality of the tool.<ref>“What Is Alpha Testing? An Early Alarm for Defects.” ''Software Testing Help'', 7 June 2018, www.softwaretestinghelp.com/alpha-testing/.</ref> The DCD team also focuses on accessibility testing during this stage.

When in Alpha the tool is functional but may not include all of the enhancements which will be in the official release. Alpha is complete when all of the necessary features and design are developed and tested, and the tool is ready to be released to the entire user base for testing and feedback.<ref>Christensson, Per. "Alpha Software Definition." ''TechTerms''. Sharpened Productions, 05 April 2013. Web. 15 October 2018. <<nowiki>https://techterms.com/definition/alpha_software</nowiki>>.</ref>

When in Alpha the tool is functional but may not include all of the enhancements which will be in the official release. Alpha is complete when all of the necessary features and design are developed and tested, and the tool is ready to be released to the entire user base for testing and feedback.<ref>Christensson, Per. "Alpha Software Definition." ''TechTerms''. Sharpened Productions, 05 April 2013. <<nowiki>https://techterms.com/definition/alpha_software</nowiki>>.</ref>

'''Currently the following tools are in Alpha:'''

'''Currently the following tools are in Alpha:'''