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==Beta==

==Beta==

After Alpha testing has ended, the tool enters the Beta stage of development and testing. When in Beta, the tool is at least 90% completed for the official release. During Beta testing users are asked to provide feedback on the design, functionality, and usability of the tool. Beta testing is also done to find minor bugs, as well as bugs which may have been missed in Alpha testing.<ref>“What Is Beta Testing? A Complete Guide.” ''Software Testing Help'', 7 June 2018, www.softwaretestinghelp.com/beta-testing/.</ref> The DE uses open Beta testing to test its tools, meaning that the tool can be used and tested by every user who wishes to participate in testing in a real environment.  

After Alpha testing has ended, the application enters the Beta phase of development and testing. When in Beta, the application is at least 90% completed and is release to users as the Minimal Marketable Product (MMP). During Beta testing, users are asked to provide feedback on the design, functionality, and usability of the tool. Beta testing is also done to find and address minor bugs, as well as bugs that may have been missed in Alpha testing.<ref>“What Is Beta Testing? A Complete Guide.” ''Software Testing Help'', 7 June 2018, www.softwaretestinghelp.com/beta-testing/.</ref> The DE-D team uses open Beta testing to test its tools, meaning that the tool can be used and tested by every user who wishes to participate in testing in a real environment.  

Beta development uses the feedback provided by real users to develop any additional enhancements to the features or design needed to release a tool which is usable with a positive user experience. Bug fixes are also applied during this stage. There may be multiple versions released during the Beta stage<ref>“Beta Software.” ''Beta Software Definition'', 5 Apr. 2013, techterms.com/definition/beta_software.</ref>.

Beta development uses the feedback provided by real users to develop any additional enhancements or make any modifications to the user interface design needed in order to release an application that is usable and accessible, offering the best possible user experience. There may be multiple versions of the application released during the Beta phase<ref>“Beta Software.” ''Beta Software Definition'', 5 Apr. 2013, techterms.com/definition/beta_software.</ref>.

'''The following tools are in Beta phase:'''

'''The following tools are in Beta phase:'''