Volunteers needed to run manual test cases of the Actor Framework's GitHub release

[svelderrainruiz]

Manual Test Report Instructions

Thank you for contributing to our testing efforts on the pre-release version of the Actor Framework!
Our release process requires two (2) testers to complete and report on any of the designated test cases. Please follow the steps below to install the alpha build and then document your test outcomes.

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Step 1: Select a Test Case to Execute

Choose one of the available test cases from the list below, and click on View to access its detailed instructions.

Test Name	Estimated Time	Link
Actor Creation	20 Min	View
Creating a Standard Message	20 Min	View
Creating Abstract and Concrete Messages	45 Min	View
Creating Multiple Messages for Actors	20 Min	View
Project Provider Features not Available	5 Min	View
REQUIRES RT - Testing on RT Targets	30 Min	View
PPL Support	60 Min	View
Create new 'Feedback Evaporative Cooler' project	10 Min	View
Create new 'Actor Framework' project	10 Min	View

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Step 2: Install the Release

Download and install the Latest release from VIPM. This will replace your current version of the Actor Framework in vi.lib.

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Step 3: Follow the Test Instructions

Open the chosen test case from Step 1 and perform each step as outlined. Note any issues, bugs, or unexpected behaviors you encounter.

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Step 4: Create a New GitHub Issue

1. Navigate to Issues in the Actor Framework repository.
2. Click on New Issue.
3. From the available templates, select “Manual Test Report.”

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Step 5: Complete the Issue Fields

1. Do not change the default issue title.
2. Fill out all required fields.

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Thank you for your contribution!

By diligently following these steps and providing clear, concise feedback, you help us ensure the Actor Framework remains robust and reliable. We greatly appreciate your efforts.

[neilfenstein]

PPL Support

The first part of the PPL Support check worked ok, but I can not select a target of touch panel. I do not have Device drivers installed on my small VM so this is possibly the issue. But as with the RT Targets, it would have been useful that this is stated as a prerequisite the task is quite long and could have not started.

[crossrulz]

The version drop down on the issue creation should include 2025Q3 now that the beta has dropped.

[svelderrainruiz]

Done

[crossrulz]

@niACS Are we also supposed to install Actor Framework Project Providers 2024 for 2020 for this testing?

[crossrulz]

The OS entry on the issue creation should have a simple string entry so users can be more exact, such as Windows 10 vs Windows 11.