Test regime

When preparing a release we will use this checklist.

General checks

• All checks have to be done using Internet Explorer 6+ and Firefox 2+.
• Version number of the release has been updated.
• Check content of sample metadata & data:
  • Should contain proper thumbnails.
  • online resources should contain 1 sample data file.
  • 1 sample web map service.
  • 1 sample WMS server (to show Capabilities).
  • 1 Web Map Context document.
• Update strings in English and synchronize the other language files. Here's a description of a function that can assist with this process. Synchronize language files
• Check the links provided on the links page.
• Check the help and search instructions to be in line with application.
• Test import & export of MEF files for the generated examples.
• Test ArcCatalog tool on ArcGIS 9.2 (especially upload).

Installation

• Installation instructions should be correct.
• Installer will insert sample metadata if selected.
• Installer should create shortcuts on Windows, including those to GAST and to the main documentation.
• Clear instruction how to change admin password.

Search

• Navigation between search, results and full metadata.
• Use of interactive maps.
• Check remote search.
• Check keyword search.

Editing

• Test & improve iso19139 editor (highest priority):
  • make sure online resource sub templates for download, web map service, web link & web map context are available.
  • check working of the thesaurus to add keywords.
• Test FGDC & DC templates and editing.

Administration

• Administrative services have to work on Firefox 2+ as the minimal requirement. Services that do not work on IE 6+ should have a clear note at the top of the page that indicates this.
• Check each of the available services filling out all as well as the minimum details in the different forms (e.g. address in contact details etc.).
• Check the different harvesting methods that have been implemented (and hide those that have not yet been implemented or have severe problems).