In order to get points for completing the mission, what constitutes as 'participating' in the Beta and RC?
Providing feedback during that time period is considered participating. For the beta you can provide feedback in the beta group. For release candidates you can provide feedback in the release candidate group.
You can also reach out to the product managers directly.
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