Activity testing guide

( Activity Testing Project | Activity Testing Matrix | Activity Testing Developer Guide | Activity Testing Template )

Developers: need to know how to prepare your activity for testing? Follow this simple guide.

Create Your Activity

Obviously, we presume that you've created an activity. If you haven't, there are excellent instructions for creating an activity.

Prepare Your Activity

In order to be tested, your activity must be built into an activity bundle. It should exist as a .xo file. Once your bundle is created, put it up somewhere on the internet. One day, OLPC may provide perfect hosting infrastructure for your needs -- but for now, just make sure there's a link directly to your activity.

Also, make sure that the version information about your activity is accurate.

Create a Test Plan for Your Activity

Your testers must know what to test. Tell them what to do. The better your test plans, the better the resulting feedback will be. To create your test plan, go to the Activity Testing Template and follow the instructions there.

Add Your Activity To The Matrix

The process for putting your activity into the Activity Testing Matrix is simple.

1. Edit the Activity Matrix, and add a row with your activity information, including a link directly to your bundle.
2. Create a test plan. Use the Activity Testing Template as a start. Don't worry; it doesn't have to be a perfect plan.
3. Put a watch on your test plan page, so that when the tester edits the page, you can watch its progress.
4. When a tester comes around, treat him/her like a king/queen. Remember: their hard work keeps you from looking bad in front of millions of children.  :)

Ask Questions!

There may be things you don't quite understand. Please, please, please ask questions; other people may be having the same trouble! Be sure to join the Sugar mailing list, where you will find people who can answer your questions.