What is the difference between game testing and software testing?
I’ve just to put another point of view here.When you test a software, we are talking about real world and real transactions and real data (or fake data that are very similar to real data ;-)). So sometimes it requires some engineering in order to test an application end-to-end, like for example a e-business commerce, from the user experience, till the payment, and finally seeing the money entering in your account. So it is quite complex to mimic all the process and test becomes an engineering activity.IMHO, testing games are a complete different animal. You could play a whole phase of a game, it will work fine, does not need to match any real data, no need to confirm any information, etc. So the preparation to test is minimal. But, you as a tester should have a sympathetic relationship with other players, and understand that the colors are wrong, the story is boring, the music or sounds does not sounds good, the challenges are cheap, etc…It is the way I see it..maybe I am completely wrong! Never tested a game before, which BTW would be a very nice experience to have!!!
How does a person transistion from software development to sales in India? Any specific process that has proven to work or certifications that might help?
Certifications are good if you want to improve your academic credentials. If you really want to attempts sales in India or any part of the world and irrespective of your background, your best bet would be to: 1) identify a product around your expertise, 2) Buy one and understand all its features3) Take it to a potential customer and try to sell it ( possibly at a premium)4) If your customer is convinced by your value proposition, congratulations, you have become a sales person.5) To make real money out of this experience, try to get the distribution rights for this product and get it at a discounted price6) Sell it to more customers at a premium price7) Welcome, you are in business and most importantly, you are now a sales person. 8) To make more money, tweak it and make it.
How can I submit a video game idea to developers?
Do not consider the next few lines as quite personal.Suppose I am an AAA game developer. And you mailed me your idea. Now the questions that come to my mind:Who are you? - I ask for the qualifications if I think you to be a real one. Else, I will delete it, Why?, because you would write- "I have an awesome idea about a game, and I am quite sure of its success. Please contact me for the deal." I will put it in spam. And if you write, "Here is my plan for a game- ..........." Well, I might read it and if I like it, what is the finality whether I give you the ownership rights; I might adapt it, without even mentioning your name.So, don't email them.Now you think of blogging or publishing it on the net. Don't do it. With high levels of piracy, no one who likes your idea will contact you back, and one fine day, you may see your idea in a game !!!So how to do it ??? It is a rare thing. But you have to be diligent, and a bit of lucky too!!! You can try one of these methods:Find a professional with a startup, or in a gaming company. Try searching a social networking site, or go to LinkedIn. Talk with the person, and see if it comes through.Mail them ( not with the language I mentioned above, but with a persuasive one, and try to make sure they contact you. And if this mail is recommended or sourced by a professional in their company, it has higher chances of getting through.The best method- make a prototype and own the copyrights. Attach a notice that it is saleable though ( or anything they call in technical terms ) and your contact number or e-mail address as well. They will contact you if they are interested.And the best of the best methods- Make the game yourself and sell it at Indie stores online. You will get what you want- money, recognition, and satisfaction.Good Luck !!!
What should be reply for accepting the offer letter?
Your letter can be brief, but should include the following:Thank you and appreciation for the opportunityWritten acceptance of the job offerThe terms and conditions of employment (salary, benefits, job title, etc.)Starting date of employmentThe letter can be sent by email or mail. If you're sending a hard copy through the mail, format the letter as you would any business letter. Include your contact information and phone number, even though it is on file with the employer.When sending an email letter, put your name in the subject line (Your Name - Job Offer Acceptance). This helps ensure that your message will be opened and read.No matter which way you send the letter, make sure to address the letter to the person who offered you the position……Click Here