Created standardized testing procedure for all new server deployments.
DOCUMENT TYPE: Standard Operating Procedure
DOCUMENT ID: FFG-SOP-001
VERSION: 1.0
SCOPE:
- New server deployments
- Major modpack updates
- Server migrations
- Post-crash recovery testing
TESTING PHASES:
1. Connection (5 min) - Verify players can connect
2. Initial Spawn (10 min) - Basic world loading and interaction
3. Server-Specific Features (15-20 min) - Mod/plugin functionality
4. Exploration & Base Selection (20-30 min) - World generation, base scouting
5. Performance Check (10 min) - Sustained play under load
6. Final Report (5 min) - Documentation and assessment
STANDARD DELIVERABLES:
- Testing report (docs/testing/[server]-[date]-test-report.md)
- Base location recommendations with coordinates
- Issue prioritization (Critical/Major/Minor)
- Go/No-Go decision for public launch
CUSTOMIZATION:
- Template adaptable for vanilla, modded, skyblock, creative servers
- Server-specific feature tests (Cobblemon, tech mods, etc.)
- Automation script for checklist generation
TIME REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum test: 30 minutes (phases 1-3)
- Standard test: 60 minutes (phases 1-5)
- Full test: 90 minutes (all phases + exploration)
BASED ON:
- Holly's All The Mons testing (2026-02-18)
- Proven to catch critical issues before public launch
PURPOSE:
- Prevent launching broken servers to players
- Standardize quality assurance
- Document base locations for new players
- Professional operations
Status: Active procedure, ready for immediate use
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