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amigadave: Reverted edits by 203.177.74.139 (Talk); changed back to last version by Chemist

2010-08-23T11:04:52Z

Reverted edits by 203.177.74.139 (Talk); changed back to last version by Chemist

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-	~~==Related Links==~~
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-	~~[http://www.cellulite.co.uk/advice/spa-treatment/mesotherapy '''mesotherapie''']~~

203.177.74.139: /* Voting */

2010-08-21T08:45:03Z

Voting

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		+	==Related Links==
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		+	[http://www.cellulite.co.uk/advice/spa-treatment/mesotherapy '''mesotherapie''']

chemist: /* Finding an App to Test */

2010-07-26T12:51:39Z

Finding an App to Test

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	===Finding an App to Test===		===Finding an App to Test===
-	The applications waiting for testing are listed [http://maemo.org/packages/repository/qa/fremantle_extras-testing/ at maemo.org ~~packacges~~] by age (the oldest is first). When picking an app to test, note that those that already have 10 or more karma are "done". Do not waste your time on those. The same applies if the package has less than -5 karma: such an app obviously needs to be fixed and re-released.	+	The applications waiting for testing are listed [http://maemo.org/packages/repository/qa/fremantle_extras-testing/ at maemo.org packages] by age (the oldest is first). When picking an app to test, note that those that already have 10 or more karma are "done". Do not waste your time on those. The same applies if the package has less than -5 karma: such an app obviously needs to be fixed and re-released.

	Pick an app to test. Maybe you have a particular interest in seeing one make it to [[Extras]]; maybe you just want to help and start at the top (oldest). Click on the link to open the package version page. Make sure you are testing the right version of the app: there may be an earlier version already in extras (which you might have already installed). In fact, there may even be a third version in extras-devel, but that won't show up unless you enable that repository.		Pick an app to test. Maybe you have a particular interest in seeing one make it to [[Extras]]; maybe you just want to help and start at the top (oldest). Click on the link to open the package version page. Make sure you are testing the right version of the app: there may be an earlier version already in extras (which you might have already installed). In fact, there may even be a third version in extras-devel, but that won't show up unless you enable that repository.

jukey: /* Voting */

2010-07-18T07:11:40Z

Voting

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amigadave: {{extras-testing}}, tidy

2010-04-19T12:21:50Z

{{extras-testing}}, tidy

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-	~~<div style="border: 1px solid red; background-color: #faa; padding: 20px;"><div style="text-align:center;">'''The software hosted in~~ extras-testing ~~is not ready for normal users!'''</div>~~	+	{{extras-testing}}
-		+
-	~~<br>PLEASE use it only for testing purposes. Be ready to [http://maemo.org/development/bugs/ file proper bug reports] instead of posting complaints.~~	+
-	~~'''Potential problems''': crashes, battery drain, poor system performance, full disk space & more - SERIOUSLY!~~	+
-	~~'''Backing up your data is recommended.''' In case of trouble you might need to [[Updating the tablet firmware\|re-flash your device]].</div>~~	+

	If you want more info about extras testing risks, please see [http://talk.maemo.org/showthread.php?t=32676 Seriously: don't send users out of Extras without a big warning]. There is also a great summary of the different levels of stability by repository: [http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=431432&postcount=5 at talk.maemo.org]		If you want more info about extras testing risks, please see [http://talk.maemo.org/showthread.php?t=32676 Seriously: don't send users out of Extras without a big warning]. There is also a great summary of the different levels of stability by repository: [http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=431432&postcount=5 at talk.maemo.org]
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	If you are eager to help the Maemo community, there are numerous ways to help. One pretty easy way is to help in application testing. This article is a beginner-friendly introduction to the [[Extras-testing]] repository and testing process.		If you are eager to help the Maemo community, there are numerous ways to help. One pretty easy way is to help in application testing. This article is a beginner-friendly introduction to the [[Extras-testing]] repository and testing process.

-	'''Please see also [[Testing Squad]] -article and ~~concider~~ joining the squad!	+	'''Please see also [[Testing Squad]] -article and consider joining the squad!
	'''		'''

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	===Finding Things and Getting Started===		===Finding Things and Getting Started===

-	Ultimately, as you ~~are~~ more comfortable with ~~maemo~~, you~~'re going~~ to want to refer to the [[Extras-testing]] wiki page. This page has some specific guides for those who may be overwhelmed by the extras-testing page.	+	Ultimately, as you become more comfortable with Maemo, you will to want to refer to the [[Extras-testing]] wiki page. This page has some specific guides for those who may be overwhelmed by the extras-testing page.

	===Finding an App to Test===		===Finding an App to Test===
-	The applications waiting for testing are listed [http://maemo.org/packages/repository/qa/fremantle_extras-testing/ ~~here~~] by age (the oldest is first). When picking an app to test, note that those that already have 10 or more karma are "done". ~~Don't~~ waste your time on those. ~~Ditto~~ if the package has < -5 karma: such an app obviously needs to be fixed and re-released.	+	The applications waiting for testing are listed [http://maemo.org/packages/repository/qa/fremantle_extras-testing/ at maemo.org packacges] by age (the oldest is first). When picking an app to test, note that those that already have 10 or more karma are "done". Do not waste your time on those. The same applies if the package has less than -5 karma: such an app obviously needs to be fixed and re-released.

	Pick an app to test. Maybe you have a particular interest in seeing one make it to [[Extras]]; maybe you just want to help and start at the top (oldest). Click on the link to open the package version page. Make sure you are testing the right version of the app: there may be an earlier version already in extras (which you might have already installed). In fact, there may even be a third version in extras-devel, but that won't show up unless you enable that repository.		Pick an app to test. Maybe you have a particular interest in seeing one make it to [[Extras]]; maybe you just want to help and start at the top (oldest). Click on the link to open the package version page. Make sure you are testing the right version of the app: there may be an earlier version already in extras (which you might have already installed). In fact, there may even be a third version in extras-devel, but that won't show up unless you enable that repository.
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	===Adding the Extras-testing Repository===		===Adding the Extras-testing Repository===
-	On your N900 device, go into App Manager, top menu, "Repositories"	+	On your [[Nokia N900\|N900]] device, go into App Manager, top menu, "Repositories"

	[[Image:add_repository.png]]		[[Image:add_repository.png]]
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	== Testing process ==		== Testing process ==
-	[~~http://wiki.maemo.org/~~Extras-testing/QA_Checklist QA Checklist] describes the different steps in testing. Here will be explanations to each step that isn't self-explanatory.	+	[[Extras-testing/QA_Checklist\|QA Checklist]] describes the different steps in testing. Here will be explanations to each step that isn't self-explanatory.
	Quote from article for reference:		Quote from article for reference:
	1. [ ] Bug database exist.		1. [ ] Bug database exist.
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	=== Voting ===		=== Voting ===

-	Refer to [~~http://wiki.maemo.org/~~Extras-testing/QA_Checklist the QA Checklist] to see the other criteria for a successful test. When you have evaluated the application, be sure to report your findings by voting on the package version page you opened in your browser. You may need to request a garage account first. Also leave a comment if you have anything to report besides success. Comments take a while to process, so assume it has been added or you may find yourself double-commenting.	+	Refer to [[Extras-testing/QA_Checklist\|the QA Checklist]] to see the other criteria for a successful test. When you have evaluated the application, be sure to report your findings by voting on the package version page you opened in your browser. You may need to request a garage account first. Also leave a comment if you have anything to report besides success. Comments take a while to process, so assume it has been added or you may find yourself double-commenting.

	sources:		sources:
-	http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=349477&postcount=63	+	* http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=349477&postcount=63
-	http://danielwilms.wordpress.com/2009/11/27/extras-testing-step-by-step/	+	* http://danielwilms.wordpress.com/2009/11/27/extras-testing-step-by-step/
-	http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=431878&postcount=24	+	* http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=431878&postcount=24

	[[Category:Development]]		[[Category:Development]]
	[[Category:Power users]]		[[Category:Power users]]

ossipena: /* Intro */

2010-02-24T09:46:18Z

Intro

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	If you are eager to help the Maemo community, there are numerous ways to help. One pretty easy way is to help in application testing. This article is a beginner-friendly introduction to the [[Extras-testing]] repository and testing process.		If you are eager to help the Maemo community, there are numerous ways to help. One pretty easy way is to help in application testing. This article is a beginner-friendly introduction to the [[Extras-testing]] repository and testing process.

		+	'''Please see also [[Testing Squad]] -article and concider joining the squad!
		+	'''

	== Step by step instructions ==		== Step by step instructions ==

ossipena: /* Testing process */

2009-12-29T06:06:05Z

Testing process

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	== Testing process ==		== Testing process ==
-	[http://wiki.maemo.org/Extras-testing/QA_Checklist ~~The~~ QA Checklist] describes the different steps in testing. Here will be explanations to each step that isn't self-explanatory.	+	[http://wiki.maemo.org/Extras-testing/QA_Checklist QA Checklist] describes the different steps in testing. Here will be explanations to each step that isn't self-explanatory.
	Quote from article for reference:		Quote from article for reference:
	1. [ ] Bug database exist.		1. [ ] Bug database exist.

ossipena: /* Testing process */

2009-12-29T06:05:23Z

Testing process

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	== Testing process ==		== Testing process ==
-	~~Article [~~[Extras-testing/~~QA_checklist]~~] describes the different steps in testing. Here will be explanations to each step that isn't self-explanatory.	+	[http://wiki.maemo.org/Extras-testing/QA_Checklist The QA Checklist] describes the different steps in testing. Here will be explanations to each step that isn't self-explanatory.
	Quote from article for reference:		Quote from article for reference:
	1. [ ] Bug database exist.		1. [ ] Bug database exist.

ossipena at 06:04, 29 December 2009

2009-12-29T06:04:00Z

← Older revision		Revision as of 06:04, 29 December 2009
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-	~~If you are eager to help the Maemo community, there are numerous ways to help. One pretty easy way is to help in application testing.~~ '''~~BUT READ THIS DISCLAIMER FIRST:~~''' ~~[http:~~//talk.maemo.org/showthread.php?t=32676 Seriously: don't send users out of Extras without a big warning]. A great summary of the different levels of stability (as determined by repository) is in [http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=431432&postcount=5 this post].	+	<div style="border: 1px solid red; background-color: #faa; padding: 20px;"><div style="text-align:center;">'''The software hosted in extras-testing is not ready for normal users!'''</div>

-	This article is a beginner-friendly introduction to the [[Extras-testing]] repository and testing process.	+	<br>PLEASE use it only for testing purposes. Be ready to [http://maemo.org/development/bugs/ file proper bug reports] instead of posting complaints.
		+	'''Potential problems''': crashes, battery drain, poor system performance, full disk space & more - SERIOUSLY!
		+	'''Backing up your data is recommended.''' In case of trouble you might need to [[Updating the tablet firmware\|re-flash your device]].</div>
		+
		+	If you want more info about extras testing risks, please see [http://talk.maemo.org/showthread.php?t=32676 Seriously: don't send users out of Extras without a big warning]. There is also a great summary of the different levels of stability by repository: [http://talk.maemo.org/showpost.php?p=431432&postcount=5 at talk.maemo.org]
		+
		+	==Intro==
		+	If you are eager to help the Maemo community, there are numerous ways to help. One pretty easy way is to help in application testing. This article is a beginner-friendly introduction to the [[Extras-testing]] repository and testing process.

flandry: /* Adding the Extras-testing Repository */ failed on N900 with non-free included

2009-12-22T06:14:01Z

Adding the Extras-testing Repository: failed on N900 with non-free included

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	\| Distribution: fremantle		\| Distribution: fremantle
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-	\| Sections: ~~free non-~~free	+	\| Sections: free
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	\| Enabled: YES		\| Enabled: YES
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	'''Note: Each new version of the package has to be voted up separately!'''		'''Note: Each new version of the package has to be voted up separately!'''
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	== Testing process ==		== Testing process ==