[support] Beta versions

[Bill Fitzgerald]

In general, what Michel wrote is very accurate, although, IMO, using a 
RC is definitely a risk that should be avoided whenever possible.

However, some modules have reasonably stable dev releases, or are used 
in such a limited way that the dev release doesn't pose an issue.

Also, alpha and beta are used inconsistently within the community, and 
on different modules can mean different things.

So:

If you have hired developers, ask them how they know that the 
dev/alpha/beta/rc releases are stable --

If you are working on your own, set up test user roles, and run through 
the actions your users will be doing --

But, whenever possible, avoid using alpha/beta/dev/rc releases.

Cheers,

Bill

michel wrote:
> janni frento ha scritto:
>> Hi!
>>  
>> Is it adviseable to use beta modules, developer and alpha version on 
>> a live site?
>>
> RC: say "yes"
> BETA: "at your risk"
> DEV: "at your your your risk"
> ALPHA: "is a joke?"
>
> M.
>


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