Beta testers

skypx · 06-17-2005, 07:39 AM

How do I become a beta tester? I am anxious to see how version 2 looks. Thanks.

drfish · 06-17-2005, 07:46 AM

Good luck, I've asked on at least two occasions and never even been replied too...

Jav400 · 06-17-2005, 07:51 AM

Beta testing usually goes on the premise of what operating system you are running, and a few other paramaters. As far as I know, everything is about already covered in general and no other testers are really needed at this point. You may get an answer or you may not. Realize that Beta testing can also goof up and cause problems that you would need to figure out and fix yourself. Thats the nature of the "testing" part.

feldon34 · 06-17-2005, 07:55 AM

If you put "May cause spontaneous combustion." in the disclaimer, people would still download the Beta. They want to see something new that bad!

skypx · 06-17-2005, 07:58 AM

Originally posted by Jav400:

Beta testing usually goes on the premise of what operating system you are running, and a few other paramaters. As far as I know, everything is about already covered in general and no other testers are really needed at this point. You may get an answer or you may not. Realize that Beta testing can also goof up and cause problems that you would need to figure out and fix yourself. Thats the nature of the "testing" part.

I using WINXP wSR2, so I'm guessing it's unlikely they will let me beta test v2. It was worth a try though.

Thanks for your reply guys.

skypx · 06-17-2005, 08:01 AM

Originally posted by feldon29:

If you put "May cause spontaneous combustion." in the disclaimer, people would still download the Beta. They want to see something new that bad!

I agree, I have been around from the start so I try very hard to stay away from those "When will ....... be released" threads.

drfish · 06-17-2005, 08:09 AM

I've got more than a dozen systems in my house, I can test on a Mac Mini, PCs, different generation ATI, Nvidia, and Matrox GPUs, dinky onboard video from multiple vendors, dual monitor support, triple monitor support, widescreen, Intel, AMD, AMDx64, and that's just off the top of my head... I'm a frickin' resource...

But in all reality I'm not looking for that much work, all I really want is to see the new stuff before anyone else...

I'm selfish that way, I'd probably make a terrible beta tester...

feldon34 · 06-17-2005, 08:54 AM

Originally posted by drfish:

I'm selfish that way, I'd probably make a terrible beta tester...

And I was just about to send you the link...

drfish · 06-17-2005, 09:13 AM

Darn!

Either way's ok with me, I can't honestly say that my testing would consist of much more than confirming that it works or doesn't work... Which might be enough, I don't know... If it requires a lot of time I probably couldn't commit to it... The screenshot Jav posted in the other thread is stellar though! When 2.0 comes out I'll probably fork over the cash for a copy since I wasn't sold on the first attempt...

Jav400 · 06-17-2005, 09:17 AM

There are generally bugs in anything new, and there have been several problems found in this new version that are currently being worked on and ironed out. Testing has its rewards, but it also has its problems, and is generally alot more than just looking at something new.

patscarr · 06-17-2005, 12:04 PM

Doc's not a beta tester? That's odd.

Pushwall · 06-17-2005, 07:07 PM

Originally posted by Jav400:

Testing has its rewards, but it also has its problems, and is generally alot more than just looking at something new.

Rewards,....definitely! And I agree with the problems too. Betatesting some of the top games back in the 90's burned me out for awhile because of the late nights and deadlines. But overall a very fullfilling experience!

feldon34 · 06-18-2005, 08:00 AM

By popular demand, drfish is now a beta tester.

patscarr · 06-18-2005, 11:04 AM

drfish · 06-18-2005, 11:17 AM

ooOHh... Look at all the fancy new threads!

Thanks skypx!

skypx · 06-18-2005, 11:39 AM

Originally posted by drfish:

ooOHh... Look at all the fancy new threads!

Thanks skypx!

I not sure what I did, but you are welcome.

Happy beta testing.

skypx · 06-18-2005, 12:19 PM

So are beta testers allowed to post screen shots?

Jav400 · 06-18-2005, 01:57 PM

Generally not, no.

Wizwad · 06-20-2005, 07:08 PM

Wow - rocks and plants and fish!

I don't think I need to drool too much over Goldfish - I've got room at my new pad to think about a proper pond, so I'll be reviewing the suggestions that have been made here in the past. Thanks guys - without your input I wouldn't even be considering this; not seriously anyhow.

Q-Beam · 06-20-2005, 08:39 PM

Originally posted by drfish:

ooOHh... Look at all the fancy new threads!

I can just see your next post Dr. Fish now that you are a beta tester and get to see what the rest of us can't!!

"Gee, look at all the (unmentionable new feature)"

"Wow!!! Have you seen the (unmentionalble new feature)"

"I am sure glad they added (unmentionable new feature)"

hee hee.

I wish I could see too!!! I guess I will just have to wait like the rest of us. I can't wait. But it will be worth it!!!

Greg

06-17-2005, 07:39 AM	#1
skypx Dual Xeon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Grovetown, GA Posts: 93	Beta testers How do I become a beta tester? I am anxious to see how version 2 looks. Thanks. Asus Rampage II Extreme\|Intel Core i7 965\|Corsair Dominator 6G\|Western Digital VelociRaptor\|Seagate Barracuda 1.5TB\|Seagate Barracuda ES.2\|EVGA 9800 GX2\|LG GGW H20N\|Sony BWU 300S\|Pioneer DVR-215L\|Logitech G9\|Dell 3008WFP\|Cooler Master Stacker 832\|Thermaltake W0133RU

06-17-2005, 07:46 AM	#2
drfish the Doc Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Zeeland, MI Posts: 5,357	Good luck, I've asked on at least two occasions and never even been replied too... I don't watch commercials.

06-17-2005, 07:51 AM	#3
Jav400 Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Tennessee Posts: 9,725	Beta testing usually goes on the premise of what operating system you are running, and a few other paramaters. As far as I know, everything is about already covered in general and no other testers are really needed at this point. You may get an answer or you may not. Realize that Beta testing can also goof up and cause problems that you would need to figure out and fix yourself. Thats the nature of the "testing" part. Michael Administrator of Inside:SereneScreen Aquarium Forum, Chatroom, Fan Site & *Gallery* DVD Collection

06-17-2005, 07:58 AM	#5
skypx Dual Xeon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Grovetown, GA Posts: 93	Originally posted by Jav400: Beta testing usually goes on the premise of what operating system you are running, and a few other paramaters. As far as I know, everything is about already covered in general and no other testers are really needed at this point. You may get an answer or you may not. Realize that Beta testing can also goof up and cause problems that you would need to figure out and fix yourself. Thats the nature of the "testing" part. I using WINXP wSR2, so I'm guessing it's unlikely they will let me beta test v2. It was worth a try though. Thanks for your reply guys. Asus Rampage II Extreme\|Intel Core i7 965\|Corsair Dominator 6G\|Western Digital VelociRaptor\|Seagate Barracuda 1.5TB\|Seagate Barracuda ES.2\|EVGA 9800 GX2\|LG GGW H20N\|Sony BWU 300S\|Pioneer DVR-215L\|Logitech G9\|Dell 3008WFP\|Cooler Master Stacker 832\|Thermaltake W0133RU

06-17-2005, 08:01 AM	#6
skypx Dual Xeon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Grovetown, GA Posts: 93	Originally posted by feldon29: If you put "May cause spontaneous combustion." in the disclaimer, people would still download the Beta. They want to see something new that bad! I agree, I have been around from the start so I try very hard to stay away from those "When will ....... be released" threads. Asus Rampage II Extreme\|Intel Core i7 965\|Corsair Dominator 6G\|Western Digital VelociRaptor\|Seagate Barracuda 1.5TB\|Seagate Barracuda ES.2\|EVGA 9800 GX2\|LG GGW H20N\|Sony BWU 300S\|Pioneer DVR-215L\|Logitech G9\|Dell 3008WFP\|Cooler Master Stacker 832\|Thermaltake W0133RU

06-17-2005, 07:55 AM	#4
feldon34 Forum Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Rock Hill, SC Posts: 10,939	If you put "May cause spontaneous combustion." in the disclaimer, people would still download the Beta. They want to see something new that bad!

06-17-2005, 08:09 AM	#7
drfish the Doc Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Zeeland, MI Posts: 5,357	I've got more than a dozen systems in my house, I can test on a Mac Mini, PCs, different generation ATI, Nvidia, and Matrox GPUs, dinky onboard video from multiple vendors, dual monitor support, triple monitor support, widescreen, Intel, AMD, AMDx64, and that's just off the top of my head... I'm a frickin' resource... But in all reality I'm not looking for that much work, all I really want is to see the new stuff before anyone else... I'm selfish that way, I'd probably make a terrible beta tester... I don't watch commercials.

06-17-2005, 08:54 AM	#8
feldon34 Forum Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Rock Hill, SC Posts: 10,939	Originally posted by drfish: I'm selfish that way, I'd probably make a terrible beta tester... And I was just about to send you the link...

06-17-2005, 09:13 AM	#9
drfish the Doc Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Zeeland, MI Posts: 5,357	Darn! Either way's ok with me, I can't honestly say that my testing would consist of much more than confirming that it works or doesn't work... Which might be enough, I don't know... If it requires a lot of time I probably couldn't commit to it... The screenshot Jav posted in the other thread is stellar though! When 2.0 comes out I'll probably fork over the cash for a copy since I wasn't sold on the first attempt... I don't watch commercials.

06-17-2005, 09:17 AM	#10
Jav400 Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Tennessee Posts: 9,725	There are generally bugs in anything new, and there have been several problems found in this new version that are currently being worked on and ironed out. Testing has its rewards, but it also has its problems, and is generally alot more than just looking at something new. Michael Administrator of Inside:SereneScreen Aquarium Forum, Chatroom, Fan Site & *Gallery* DVD Collection

06-17-2005, 12:04 PM	#11
patscarr Pet Shark Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Back in Buffalo Posts: 5,455	Doc's not a beta tester? That's odd. Patrick

06-17-2005, 07:07 PM	#12
Pushwall Fellow Twang Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 133	Originally posted by Jav400: Testing has its rewards, but it also has its problems, and is generally alot more than just looking at something new. Rewards,....definitely! And I agree with the problems too. Betatesting some of the top games back in the 90's burned me out for awhile because of the late nights and deadlines. But overall a very fullfilling experience!

06-18-2005, 08:00 AM	#13
feldon34 Forum Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Rock Hill, SC Posts: 10,939	By popular demand, drfish is now a beta tester.

06-18-2005, 11:04 AM	#14
patscarr Pet Shark Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Back in Buffalo Posts: 5,455	Patrick

06-18-2005, 11:17 AM	#15
drfish the Doc Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Zeeland, MI Posts: 5,357	ooOHh... Look at all the fancy new threads! Thanks skypx! I don't watch commercials.

06-18-2005, 11:39 AM	#16
skypx Dual Xeon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Grovetown, GA Posts: 93	Originally posted by drfish: ooOHh... Look at all the fancy new threads! Thanks skypx! I not sure what I did, but you are welcome. Happy beta testing. Asus Rampage II Extreme\|Intel Core i7 965\|Corsair Dominator 6G\|Western Digital VelociRaptor\|Seagate Barracuda 1.5TB\|Seagate Barracuda ES.2\|EVGA 9800 GX2\|LG GGW H20N\|Sony BWU 300S\|Pioneer DVR-215L\|Logitech G9\|Dell 3008WFP\|Cooler Master Stacker 832\|Thermaltake W0133RU

06-18-2005, 12:19 PM	#17
skypx Dual Xeon Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Grovetown, GA Posts: 93	So are beta testers allowed to post screen shots? Asus Rampage II Extreme\|Intel Core i7 965\|Corsair Dominator 6G\|Western Digital VelociRaptor\|Seagate Barracuda 1.5TB\|Seagate Barracuda ES.2\|EVGA 9800 GX2\|LG GGW H20N\|Sony BWU 300S\|Pioneer DVR-215L\|Logitech G9\|Dell 3008WFP\|Cooler Master Stacker 832\|Thermaltake W0133RU

06-18-2005, 01:57 PM	#18
Jav400 Administrator Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Tennessee Posts: 9,725	Generally not, no. Michael Administrator of Inside:SereneScreen Aquarium Forum, Chatroom, Fan Site & *Gallery* DVD Collection

06-20-2005, 07:08 PM	#19
Wizwad Only me... Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Essex, England Posts: 2,584	Wow - rocks and plants and fish! I don't think I need to drool too much over Goldfish - I've got room at my new pad to think about a proper pond, so I'll be reviewing the suggestions that have been made here in the past. Thanks guys - without your input I wouldn't even be considering this; not seriously anyhow. Mark ----------- Intel i7 12700K \| Aorus Z690 Pro \| Corsair DDR5 5600 32GB \| Asus Dual RTX3060ti 6GB v2 Mini OC \| Corsair RM850 Gold PSU \| 1TB NVMe M.2 WD Black SN850 \| 4TB Seagate BarraCuda HDD \| Corsair Airflow 5000D Case \| HP 32QHD 4K Monitor \| Windows 11 x64 Professional

06-20-2005, 08:39 PM	#20
Q-Beam Chi Rho Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Littleton, Colorado Posts: 297	Originally posted by drfish: ooOHh... Look at all the fancy new threads! I can just see your next post Dr. Fish now that you are a beta tester and get to see what the rest of us can't!! "Gee, look at all the (unmentionable new feature)" "Wow!!! Have you seen the (unmentionalble new feature)" "I am sure glad they added (unmentionable new feature)" hee hee. I wish I could see too!!! I guess I will just have to wait like the rest of us. I can't wait. But it will be worth it!!! Greg