We know that APP development is a very long and rigorous process. After the APP development is completed, a large number of tests need to be carried out to eliminate bugs before it can be considered for listing on the application market. So before going online, there is a very important step that is to distribute and internally test the application.
Strictly speaking, internal test distribution can actually be regarded as two parts: internal test and distribution.
Internal testing is internal testing, that is, limiting a certain group of people to install and use the APP, and conducting internal testing to find out where there may be bugs and where the design is unreasonable, to modify and debug the APP, to improve the completion of the APP, and to ensure Only after the internal test has no problems can the external test of the APP be opened so that everyone can download and use it.
The distribution is to upload the APP to the distribution platform through a certain distribution platform, so that all users can download the APP through the distribution platform, so that the APP can be promoted. This process is called APP distribution.
Therefore, the internal test distribution is the only way for the APP from the completion of the construction to the official launch.
Why should the App be tested and distributed?
One is to give users a better experience, and the other is to quickly pass the store review and successfully put on the shelves.
Before the mobile app is officially launched, there will be an internal test version first. The internal test distribution in advance will facilitate the app operators to find problems and fix them in advance. The mobile game app will also be updated and upgraded from time to time. Testing and distribution is a critical step in App development.
App developers will conduct internal testing and distribution before putting it on the application market. Only immediate internal testing and distribution can detect the shortcomings of the app. Moreover, the review of the app store is very strict now, and apps with frequent bugs cannot pass the review at all. At this time, it is necessary to Only through continuous internal testing can the App be improved, increase the chances of successful listing, reduce the occurrence of rejections due to bugs and avoid greater impact in the later stage.
How to conduct closed beta hosting and distribution on the Dandelion platform?
The first step: Baidu enters "Dandelion"
Step 2: If it is the first time to use, we need to visit Dandelion's website to register. Registration is mainly to protect the security of the test application and set the corresponding permissions.
Click "Login" or "Publish Application", enter your account password to log in, if you don't have an account, just register one directly.
(Small Tips: It is more convenient to log in with Qiwei Scan~)
Step 3: After logging in, click "Upload Now" or directly drag the application to be uploaded into the dotted line box.
Step 4: After the upload is successful, complete the settings and click the "Publish Application" button.
Step 5: After the upload is successful, click to view the download page.
Step 6: After uploading successfully, you can see a distribution code, scan it with your mobile phone and install it on your mobile phone!
Dandelion’s solution is as explained in the above figure. After the developer completes the development, he uploads the application to the Dandelion website for hosting. The hosted application has a separate download page (download link and QR code). The developer only needs to upload the download link Or the QR code is given to the test user to install it directly.