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What is the main purpose of alpha testing in software development?

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Testing Fundamentals - Testing Types and Levels
What is the main purpose of alpha testing in software development?
ATo test software performance under heavy load
BTo gather feedback from external users after release
CTo find bugs early by testing internally before release
DTo check software compatibility with hardware
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand alpha testing context

    Alpha testing is done inside the organization by developers or testers before the software is released to users.

  2. Step 2: Identify the main goal of alpha testing

    The goal is to find bugs early and fix them before the software reaches real users.

  3. Final Answer:

    To find bugs early by testing internally before release -> Option C

  4. Quick Check:

    Alpha testing = internal bug finding [OK]
Quick Trick: Alpha = internal testing to catch bugs early [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing alpha with beta testing
  • Thinking alpha testing is done by external users
  • Assuming alpha testing is for performance only

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