A · Define goodBeginner30 min read
3. Load, stress, soak, spike
Performance Testing Basics · 36 pages source format
Load = expected traffic. Stress = find breaking point. Soak = endurance/leaks. Spike = sudden surge. Pick the question first.
What you'll learn
- Test types
- Arrival patterns
- Warm-up
Match question → type
“Can we handle Black Friday?” vs “Do we leak over 4 hours?”
Do this now
Write one question for each of the four types for your product.
Clear?