Software performance, load and stress testing

MUST READ Testing for performance, part 1: Assess the problem space TIP - In the first article of this series on testing for performance, Mike Kelly outlines ways for you to understand your content and the system and figure out where to start testing. The challenge of performance testing SOA applications OPINION - Software testing and QA groups already pushed to the limit face even more challenges with SOA applications. Automation through modeling can help monitor and test such applications. The state of performance testing TIP - Scott Barber takes a look back at what happened in the performance testing field in 2007 and what we can expect in 2008. Free load and performance testing tools EXPERT ANSWER - Can you suggest a load testing tool which is freeware? Currently we are using OpenSTA but we are facing difficulties in understanding the generated result as they are in graphical form without adequate documentary assistance. Watch the metrics during your load tests TIP - In this member-submitted tip, Steve Cam says monitoring the metrics during your load tests will help you detect performance-related issues.

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SOFTWARE PERFORMANCE, LOAD AND STRESS TESTING EXPERTS
			Karen N. Johnson software testing consultant ASK A QUESTION		Scott Barber chief technologist, PerfTestPlus ASK A QUESTION

	Software testing in a virtual environment 14 May 2008 EXPERT ANSWER - Performance testing your applications in a virtual environment introduces a number of challenges. Expert Mike Kelly explains what testers should anticipate when testing applications in a virtual environment.

	What to include in a performance test plan Submitted By: SearchSoftwareQuality.com | 05 May 2008 TIP - Before performance testing can be performed effectively, a detailed plan should be formulated that specifies how performance testing will proceed.

	Magic formula for successful performance testing Submitted By: SearchSoftwareQuality.com | 08 Apr 2008 TIP - Is there a magic formula to ensure successful performance testing? Not really. But Scott Barber points out what factors contribute to a testing projects success or failure.

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	Application performance management today, part 4: The challenges of Ajax performance testing SearchSoftwareQuality.com | 29 Apr 2008 ARTICLE - Ajax and RIA have not changed the basic problems of client-side performance, but changes in presentation architectures are starting to tax the skills of testers.

	Continuous integration meets application performance management SearchSoftwareQuality.com | 04 Mar 2008 ARTICLE - As continuous integration gains popularity, the notion of continuous performance management also gains credence.

	SOA prompts changes in quality assurance SearchSoftwareQuality.com | 29 Oct 2007 ARTICLE - The use of SOA means QA must focus on quality throughout the business transaction, as well as do more testing, such as integration, regression, business process and security tests.

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	Core activities of performance testing SearchSoftwareQuality.com | 24 Apr 2008 WEBCAST - While performance testing projects are each unique, there are some common aspects. This webcast reviews those core activities -- from identifying the test environment to retesting.

	Software testing fundamentals: Performance testing SearchSoftwareQuality.com | 17 Apr 2008 LEARNING GUIDE - Software performance testing is crucial to software development and very easy to mess up. These tips and expert opinions illustrate how to conduct performance tests effectively.

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	Automation for the people: Hands-off load testing IBM DeveloperWorks | 08 Apr 2008 BEST WEB LINK - Load testing is often relegated to late-cycle activities, but it doesn't need to be that way. In this installment of Automation for the people, automation expert Paul Duvall describes how you can discover and fix ...

	Microsoft Test Center Microsoft Developer Network | 18 Jan 2008 BEST WEB LINK - Tester Center is a community where software testers can share knowledge and learn from each other about testing, their day-to-day job functions, processes, the tools they use, and the various roles they play. You'll find ...

	Sapient Testing: Smart Stuff for Career Software Testers testingReflections.com | 18 Dec 2007 BEST WEB LINK - In this blog post, Scott Barber links to the December issue of the Association for Software Testing's newsletter, which includes articles from him, our very own Mike Kelly and our very own David Christiansen. Read as they ...

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	stress testing 08 Jun 2007 WORD - Stress testing is the process of determining the ability of a computer, network, program or device to maintain a certain level of effectiveness under unfavorable conditions. The process can involve quantitative tests done in ...

	performance testing 07 Jun 2007 WORD - Performance testing is the process of determining the speed or effectiveness of a computer, network, software program or device. This process can involve quantitative tests done in a lab, such as measuring the response time ...

	shotgun debugging 07 Oct 2002 WORD - Shotgun debugging is the debugging of a program, hardware, or system problem using the approach of trying several possible solutions at the same time in the hope that one of them will work. This approach may work in some ...

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