Workload or Load Scenario in Performance Testing
In load tests we simulate the workload that an application will have in production, counting the concurrent users accessing the application, the tests cases that will be executed, and the frequency of executions by users, among other things. The concept of workload or load scenario…
Top 10 Factors Impacting Application Performance
What to look for when analyzing system performance “80 percent of datacenter managers said their datacenter downtime costs exceed $50,000 per hour.” –USA Today 2014 survey of 200 data centers Here’s our list of the top 10 factors impacting application performance. They may cause problems…
How to Execute a Performance Test With Fewer Problems
Executing performance tests more effectively and efficiently A thought by Scott Barber with which I fully agree reflects part of what I want to discuss here: “Only performance testing at the conclusion of system or functional testing is like ordering a diagnostic blood test after the…
How Soon is Too Soon to Carry Out Performance Tests?
Many developers do not know when to carry out performance tests for optimum results. It’s very common of them to leave performance testing for the end as an afterthought if they have enough time. In other cases, they ask around in their spare time to…
How Important is it for Performance Engineers to Understand the System Architecture?
Good performance engineers need to know what’s “under the hood” Recently, I was involved in a debate about whether it’s necessary for performance testers to understand the architecture of the system in order to become a specialist in performance/ performance testing/ performance engineering. At Abstracta, this…
Types of Performance Tests
Distinguishing the different types of performance tests Among the various types of performance tests usually mentioned in the testing environment, there are some standard names that sound familiar with different concepts derived from the names of various tools. Below are some of the most common…
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