Performance Testing with K6

"Master Performance Testing with K6: From Scripting to Analysis"
What you'll learn:
Understanding K6 Tool: Students will grasp the fundamentals of the K6 tool, its advantages over other performance testing tools, and its installation and config
Script Development for API/Microservices: Participants will learn how to develop scripts for testing APIs and microservices, covering important aspects such as
Script Development for UI Testing: Students will understand how to record and customize scripts for UI testing using browser recorder extensions, and apply para
K6 Utilities & Functions: Participants will become proficient in utilizing K6 utilities and functions, including random item selection, finding strings between
End User Experience and Client-Side Performance: Learners will delve into the basics of client-side performance, understanding UI objects and locators, utilizin
Execution and Scenario Creation: Students will gain hands-on experience in creating test scenarios, setting runtime configurations, executing tests locally, and
Result Analysis and Reporting: Participants will learn how to analyze test results and generate reports to derive insights into application performance, enablin
Additional Topics: The course also covers advanced topics such as integrating K6 with InfluxDB and Grafana for visualization, converting Swagger specifications
Requirements:
No Programming Experience Required, Access to a Computer, Desire to Learn
Description:
In this comprehensive course, you will delve into the world of performance testing using K6, a modern and powerful open-source tool. Whether you're a seasoned software tester, a developer, or a DevOps engineer, this course equips you with the knowledge and skills needed to conduct efficient and insightful performance tests.The course begins with an introduction to K6, highlighting its advantages over traditional performance testing tools and guiding you through the installation and configuration process. You'll learn how to develop scripts for testing APIs and microservices, mastering essential techniques such as parametrization, correlation, error handling, and managing authorization headers.Next, you'll explore UI testing with K6, utilizing browser recorder extensions to record and customize scripts for testing user interfaces. From parameterization to correlation and error handling, you'll learn how to ensure robust and comprehensive UI tests.Throughout the course, you'll harness the power of K6 utilities and functions, leveraging random item selection, string manipulation, and exception handling to create efficient and resilient test scripts. You'll also gain insight into end-user experience and client-side performance, learning to evaluate UI elements, browser performance, and more.Hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios will guide you through the execution of tests, both locally and in cloud environments. You'll learn to analyze test results and generate insightful reports, enabling you to make informed decisions about performance optimization and scalability.Additionally, the course covers advanced topics such as integrating K6 with InfluxDB and Grafana for visualization, converting Swagger specifications into API scripts, and reinforcing JavaScript basics for script development.By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills to conduct performance testing effectively using K6, empowering you to ensure the performance, scalability, and reliability of your software applications and systems.
Who this course is for:
Software Testers: Testers who want to enhance their skills in performance testing and learn how to effectively use K6 for load testing and performance monitoring
QA Engineers: Quality Assurance engineers who are responsible for ensuring the performance and reliability of software applications and systems.
Developers: Developers interested in understanding performance testing methodologies and incorporating performance testing into their development workflows.
DevOps Engineers: DevOps professionals who want to integrate performance testing into their continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like K6.
Students and Enthusiasts: Students studying software engineering, computer science, or related fields, as well as enthusiasts interested in learning about performance testing tools and methodologies.
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