Jõudlusteste

Jõudlusteste, or performance testing, is a systematic evaluation method used to determine how a system performs under expected and peak loads. The primary objective is to verify that the system meets predefined performance criteria such as response time, throughput, scalability, and resource utilization. Performance testing is an essential component of quality assurance, especially for applications that handle large volumes of users or data.

There are several types of performance tests. Load testing measures the system’s behavior under anticipated user loads, while stress testing pushes the system beyond normal capacity to identify breaking points. Spike testing focuses on sudden increases in load, and endurance (or soak) testing examines performance over extended periods. Additionally, capacity testing aims to determine the maximum load a system can handle while maintaining acceptable performance.

Typical tools employed in jõudlusteste include open‑source solutions such as JMeter, Gatling and Locust, as well as commercial platforms like LoadRunner and NeoLoad. These tools simulate virtual users, capture metrics, and generate detailed reports. Test design often follows the SMART criteria—specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time‑bound—to ensure clear objectives and actionable results.

In practice, performance testing is integrated early in the development lifecycle, often in continuous integration pipelines, to detect bottlenecks before production release. The results guide optimization efforts, such as code refactoring, database tuning, or infrastructure scaling. By systematically validating performance, organizations can prevent service degradation, maintain user satisfaction, and comply with service level agreements.