OpenContribute Platform Beta Testing - Tree Planting & Volunteer Tracking Module

- Basic computer literacy
- Comfortable using web applications
- Attention to detail
- Good written communication for providing feedback
- Mobile device access (for GPS testing) - optional but preferred

Note: Beta Testing has to be done for both Mobile and Desktop Views

1. User Registration & Profile Setup (30 mins)
- Create volunteer account
- Complete profile with photo and details
- Explore profile completion tracking
2. NGO Interaction Testing (45 mins)
- Browse NGO profiles
- Follow NGOs
- View NGO opportunities and events
- Apply to volunteer opportunities
3. Tree Geotagging Feature (1 hour)
- Add new tree records with GPS location
- Upload tree photos
- Test edit/update tree details
- View tree on map interface
- Test tree health status updates
4. Bird Rescue Module (30 mins)
- Record bird rescue entries
- Test GPS location capture
- Add rescue photos and details
- Update rescue/release status
5. Social Feed Testing (45 mins)
- Create posts with text and images
- Like and comment on posts
- Test follow/unfollow functionality
- Check notification system
6. Messaging System (30 mins)
- Send direct messages to NGOs
- Test message notifications
- Check conversation threading
7. Mobile Responsiveness (30 mins)
- Access platform on mobile device
- Test GPS location features
- Check photo upload from mobile camera
- Verify UI/UX on smaller screens

Feedback Required:
- Bug reports (with screenshots if possible)
- UI/UX suggestions
- Feature usability ratings
- Performance issues
- Mobile experience feedback
- Suggestions for improvements

What You'll Gain:
- Early access to OpenContribute platform
- Certificate of participation as Beta Tester
- Recognition on our "Contributors" page
- Direct impact on platform development
- Experience in software testing
- Networking with environmental NGOs

Requirements:
- Valid email address
- Access to laptop/desktop computer
- Mobile device with camera (preferred)
- Stable internet connection
- Willingness to provide honest, constructive feedback

Application Questions:
1. Do you have experience with volunteer platforms or NGO websites?
2. What device(s) will you use for testing? (Desktop/Laptop/Mobile - OS & Browser)
3. Have you participated in beta testing before?
4. What aspects of social/environmental causes interest you most?
5. Can you commit 3-5 hours over the 2-week testing period?

Selection Criteria:
- Mix of technical and non-technical users
- Diversity in devices and browsers
- Geographic diversity
- Interest in volunteering and environmental causes
- Availability during testing period

Communication:
- Slack channel for real-time discussions
- Google Form for structured feedback
- Weekly check-in video call (optional)
- Email support for urgent issues

Important Notes:
- This is unpaid volunteer testing
- Some features may be incomplete or buggy
- Test data may be reset periodically
- Feedback deadline: December 15, 2025
- Platform URL and test credentials will be provided upon selection