🏫 Co-Director of a Schoolhouse

I spent my summer break coding and building an app on my computer for my Schoolhouse. I easily spent 5-6 hours every morning, starting at 4am – coffee, coding with my kitty 😽♥︎

(Simultaneously, I was designing and developing K-3rd Grade Ready Math curriculum that I know will cause ripples in the Universe✨️ but that's for a diff community...lol)

🍏Apple Parents

Practically all of my parents are Apple Users 🍏, so for a week, I experienced heavy doubt and devastation after completely finishing the app > then reading that I needed 12 Android Testers for 14 days as a requirement to make my app public on Google Play Store.

While Apple is taking over 2 weeks to review the iOS version of my app, I was suggested Reddit for testers....

With my app being for a school, I was terrified of asking strangers to download it - (I honestly just want people to download and keep on the device, the bare minimum requirement) because I had done an incredible amount of testing and bug fixes that I was only left with this testing requirement.

I also wanted my testers to be the parents of my school, but they are majority 🍏's 😭

❤️You guys...

Reddit Community, you guys have completely lifted my spirits and helped me back into a vibration of fearlessness and faith❤️

>>>Sharing My Experience<<<

The first day I posted, I recieved nothing but errors on my links and an inability for others to download my app 😅

Through tears, I researched, fixed, deleted posts, reuploaded posts then ...nothing. Freaking crickets 🦗🦗🦗

No one commented...

Feeling the urgency of wanting my app to be ready for the school year, (Starting September 8th) I realized I needed to do action.

I started going through the list of posts and adding myself to users Google Groups, downloading their app, then when I ask for a response? ......nothing 😮‍💨

I got burned quite a lot, with people claiming *test for test* and not hearing back 🔥 (but I'm still keeping their apps...I choose not to be petty♡)

I changed my tactic 🧯 I would add myself to users' Google Groups, then send a DM:

*URL of the reddit post*

(so I can refer back to their post, immediately)

"I added myself to your Google Group...can you send a screenshot of my app downloaded...I'll download your app..."

Damn it Google 📱

I realized a really stupid design flaw of Google Play Store – You can't freaking see how many users have actually downloaded your app! So, that's why I started asking for a screenshot of my app downloaded, then I mark them in my notes as a *tester who officially has it on their device*

Fear & Doubt

The only doubt and fear I hold now is whether or not they keep my app on their device. ALSO, the 14 day Clock ⏰️ actually starts when 12 testers have officially downloaded the app. Which means, the clock starts after the 12th download 🫠

I have told the people who test for test that I will keep their app until September to ensure they, too pass the requirement clock♡

Beautiful Reviews✨️

After people started sending back screenshots of my app downloaded, I wanted to return a beautiful review that was just a little extra work on my end.

Because I'm unable to send videos on some posts or DMs, I just started making screen recordings of their app, from first opening on Google Play and narrating my experience, compliments, and design suggestions♡

Their gratitude in their responses was so uplifting, I decided to do that for anyone who needed test for test♥︎

Today is only Day 3 ~

I just wanted to share my admiration for these communities and wish us all genuine Success and Universal Blessings✨️

I have gotten plenty of messages from users claiming to give app reviews/downloads for money💰 .....

I respect the hustle, but due to finances, I am choosing to rely on the Reddit Communities and practice my faith in humanity 🙏🏻

Still Doing Test for Test♡

If you need an app tested, comment here or DM me♡

Google Group:

https://groups.google.com/g/freedom-schoolhouse-app-testers

(Wait ~3 minutes for Google to recognize your account as a *tester* then download)

Closed test:

https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.freedomschoolhouseandfarm.app

I freaking adore you guys♥︎

Thank you for helping me across the finish line ❤️

Hi! I’m looking for Android testers for my app.

My links:
Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/freedom-schoolhouse-app-testers
Download/Test Link: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.freedomschoolhouseandfarm.app

Once you’ve joined, downloaded my app, and sent me a screenshot showing that it’s installed, I’ll test your app in return.

For your app, I’ll:
• Download and test it
• Screen record a short walkthrough/review
• Upload the recording to YouTube as unlisted
• Send you the private link
• Include any compliments, usability feedback, or design suggestions I notice that might be helpful

I’m not asking for the same in return. All I’m asking is that you join the closed test, download my app, and keep it installed for the testing period.

Please DM me your screenshot and your testing information/link once you’re done.

Test for test — happy to help each other get through closed testing!

Hi!

I run a small microschool and built a School Messaging App for our families. I’m looking for a few Android testers for Google Play closed testing.

Happy to do test for test and download your app too!

1. Join my Google Group: https://groups.google.com/g/freedom-schoolhouse-app-testers
2. Join the test: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.freedomschoolhouseandfarm.app
3. Download the app and keep it installed for 14+ days

Comment or message me with your app and I’ll return the favor. Thank you! 💛

&gt;>>>I keep making edits to my darn posts, so if you see this again, please know I’m still learning and trying so hard to get this right! ♡

Hi everyone!

I run a small microschool, and I’ve spent the last several months building an app for our school and families. I’m finally at the point where the biggest thing standing between me and making the app officially public is finding enough Android users to meet Google Play’s closed testing requirement.

I only need 4 more testers.

All I need you to do is:

1. Join my Google testing group: https://groups.google.com/g/freedom-schoolhouse-app-testers
2. Join the Google Play closed test: https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.freedomschoolhouseandfarm.app
3. Download the Freedom Schoolhouse app
4. Keep it installed for 14 days

You do not need to be affiliated with the school. I’m simply looking for a few Android users willing to help me complete this final testing stage and make sure the app works smoothly before launch. 🙏🏻 🙏🏻

I’ve put months of work into building this, and I would be incredibly grateful for the help. ♡

Thank you so much!