Actually, the criteria for beta 1 inclusion were fairly basic. We had a large number of applicants, and decided to only invite a small number so that we could ensure that we could better work through any initial problems with testers.
We took a look at all of the system configuration information we had and selected from the pool to ensure a very diverse beta 1 group that included developers of differing ability levels. This is certainly different to how we have run beta programs in the past. We have opted for a more structured approach that should help us ensure that the Neo beta is as productive for us and as pleasant an experience for testers as possible. For those of you who were not included in beta 1 (the majority of you), beta 2 is just around the corner, so never fear. The Neo beta cycle is quite extensive for this release, so you will all have plenty of opportunity to give Neo a thorough workout. We're not limiting participants to be mean or evil or anything :) We just want to make sure your first experience with Neo is a positive one. Terry Neo Product Management Macromedia Server Products -----Original Message----- From: Jeffry Houser [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, February 06, 2002 11:48 AM To: CF-Talk Subject: To Beta or Not to Beta At 03:35 AM 02/07/2002 +1100, you wrote: >Jeffry I would agree, but I was told by MM that I would be notified >when it goes to beta. I will admit that is a point I did not get in your original post. ;) However, who knows (Other than those wacky Macromedia-guys) how they chose people to be involved in Beta 1? Presumably the Alpha was fairly limited (to select partners only I would presume). So, perhaps the beta >And that has to mean something by a development company, because if they >can't go on that promise, how are we to trust anything they say. True, unfortunately, that is rarely the case. ( Most glaringly exemplified by missed release dates) -- Jeffry Houser | mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] AIM: Reboog711 | ICQ: 5246969 | Fax / Phone: 860-223-7946 -- Need a Web Developer? Contact me! My Book: Instant ColdFusion 5 | http://www.instantcoldfusion.com My New Book: ColdFusion: A Beginner's Guide February 2002 -- Far Cry Fly, Alternative Folk Rock http://www.farcryfly.com | http://www.mp3.com/FarCryFly ______________________________________________________________________ Why Share? Dedicated Win 2000 Server � PIII 800 / 256 MB RAM / 40 GB HD / 20 GB MO/XFER Instant Activation � $99/Month � Free Setup http://www.pennyhost.com/redirect.cfm?adcode=coldfusionc FAQ: http://www.thenetprofits.co.uk/coldfusion/faq Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ Unsubscribe: http://www.houseoffusion.com/index.cfm?sidebar=lists
