[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Software

developer preview

An early build released for developers before a public beta.

Also known as: dev preview

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

A developer preview is an early OS build for developers to test apps against new APIs, released before betas.

See beta.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is developer preview?

An early build released for developers before a public beta.

What terms are related to developer preview?

Related Software terms include OTA, beta.

Related Technical Terms

OTA
Over-the-air delivery of software updates without a cable. Software
beta
A pre-release software build shared for testing before a stable launch. Software
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