Seems someone has no idea what testnet is for....
It is strictly for testing software so no pool solo or otherwise has any reason to use it.
As for you self mining BTC directly with your node, that was disable long long ago.
You wise guy, please explain to me how I can get coins on testnet if I don't want to claim faucets or if someone sends me coins for free. Pointless post with no quality, save the smartass comments and do yourself and the rest of the world a favor.
@NeuroticFish: appreciate the links, thanks. Will dig into them. Unlike the previous speaker, you have created qualitatively meaningful contribution.