Beta testing is an essential step in mobile application development that allows teams to validate their software with "real users" in real-world environments. It helps teams discover and investigate issues that may not be caught during internal alpha testing, providing a deeper level of validation that meets end-user requirements. Beta testing is a complement to alpha testing and provides the same type of insight as external user feedback, but on a larger scale. By recruiting a small group of beta testers who represent a typical user, teams can gather meaningful bug reports and relevant insights into how real users experience their mobile app. The goal of beta testing is to ensure that the application delivers an excellent end-user experience by identifying performance, usability, or other issues before releasing it to the general public.