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On a Roll with RoadTests and How To Benefit from Participating in the RoadTest Program

rscasny
rscasny over 2 years ago

I recall prior to the COVD-19 pandemic, we were launching roadtests all the time. I think in 2018/19, we launched around 50 roadtests. Then COVID-19 came. We slowed down considerably more due to delays in getting roadtest products than anything else. 

Last year, the delays lessened, but this year (2023), I seem to be getting products easily and before I launch the roadtests.

So I am really interested in having members who really want to do a roadtest and who have the time to do one to take a look at our roadtests.

I really try to launch roadtests for different skill levels: from the hobbyist to the expert. 

I think roadtests are a good place to learn something new. (And, yes, be challenged sometimes by the technology at times). 

I make an effort if roadtesters need help to get it for them.. Likewise, if roadtesters found a roadtest difficult, I bring that back to the sponsor. So, roadtesters provide a valuable service. 

I realize that people have busy lives, with family commitments, kids, or even a new job. And not everyone can do a roadtest.  But for those members who have room in their lives, I think doing a roadtest has satisfying personal and professional benefits. 

If you haven't roadtested before, take a look at the enrolling roadtests.

If any of our experienced roadtesters have the time to respond, it would be good to tell new roadtesters how you (personally or professionally) benefited from participating in the roadtest program

Cheers.

Randall Scasny

RoadTest Program Manager

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  • Gough Lui
    Gough Lui over 2 years ago +16
    Hi everyone and I’m here to admit that I have a problem. It’s the first step … to a solution. I am a RoadTest addict. Since joining the RoadTest program, I’ve been shipped 35 bits of kit for free,…
  • shabaz
    shabaz over 2 years ago +7
    I like RoadTests that stretch me. Most RoadTest products, by their nature, will be new or cutting-edge, so there is always an element of exploration that I enjoy. I think it improves many skills, depending…
  • Instructorman
    Instructorman over 2 years ago +6
    I am fully sympathetic with Gough's predicament. I too have a bit of Road Test addiction. I have found that developing a good road test can extract many hours out of a limited pool of free time, including…
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  • iker46
    iker46 over 2 years ago

    Hi everyone,

    A friend told me about this program, I decided to join and I have been selected for a RoadTest! I will do my best and try to participate several times!

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  • Fred27
    Fred27 over 2 years ago in reply to iker46

    Hey road test buddy! Congratulations on being selected. It looks like we're both road testing the BeaglePlay / BeagleConnect Freedom. As it's your first road test feel free to contact me if you have any issues you think I might be able to help with. There are plenty of others with BeagleBoard experience on here too and I'm sure they'd be happy to help too.

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  • iker46
    iker46 over 2 years ago in reply to Fred27

    Thank you! I'm still getting used to how this site works. I'll read several RoadTests to see what is expected.

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    iker46 over 2 years ago in reply to Fred27

    Thank you! I'm still getting used to how this site works. I'll read several RoadTests to see what is expected.

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