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[What It Is] Releasing a closed beta release of your product involves allowing only a select group of users to use the software and provide feedback before it becomes available to the wider public. [When To Use It] Design, Production [How To Use It] Joel Spolsky's article, Top Twelve Tips For Running A Beta Test is a great place to start. [Technique] 
Beta Launch
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