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Boomer II User Manual & Integrator’s Guide _____________________Appendix E – Message Routing and Migration
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programming environment to simplify the development of code. If your
programming environment doesn’t provide such support, include
alternative tables or options for use when localizing.
Testing an Application
Virtually all public network operators have some testing or certification
procedure available to help ensure that your new applications behave
appropriately when brought onto the network. Many systems also have
test nodes, which allow program testing without risk of interrupting the
public network. Because each operator’s procedures and requirements
differ, check with the operator of your target network regarding their
individual certification procedure.
With the proper documentation, writing an application that will operate
on a wireless network anywhere in the world is not difficult. You don’t
have to develop an application on site in the region where it will
operate. For example, if your local and target networks are the same,
the logistics associated with testing the application are fairly minimal.
Testing an application for a distant target network requires a bit more
planning, since the network is not directly accessible from your
development site. In this case, two approaches are worth considering:
 If your application is designed for a DataTAC network in
another country and your local network uses the same version
of DataTAC system as the target network, sign up with your
local network operator for service during development, test, and
support. When the application is complete, it is likely that the
target network operator will require validation or certification
tests. After having used your local network for development
tests, validation testing will probably be a straightforward
process.
 If your local network is other than the target network, you
might still want to develop a local version of the application to
test the logic and performance of your program in a controlled
environment. (Be sure to get advanced approval from the local
operator to run your test version without it being validated.) In
this case, the target network will not be tested directly and more
verification testing will be required.