This paper evaluates a methodology aimed at enhancing the iterative development of augmented reality (AR) systems. We introduce the Video-Integrated System for Testing Augmented Reality (VISTA), a solution addressing two key challenges for AR developers: slow application deployment and the requirement for users to wear an AR headset for testing. Our approach leverages Holographic Remoting software and the Device Portal application to create short demonstration videos, enabling users to observe users interacting with and the physical world without deploying the application to a device or requiring headset use. To pilot VISTA, we surveyed novice software developers for feedback on an AR application we created, which yielded encouraging results.