API Load Testing
This article will talk about how to load test your APIs. Load testing your APIs by simulating heavy traffic can help make sure that your API will be able to handle anything thrown at it!
Load testing your API means simulating heavy traffic coming into your API, and it can help you make sure that it is able to handle anything that is thrown at it. Start by identifying the different types of traffic that come in on an average day. The more specific you get about what type of traffic, the better, such as common business hours or if there are any seasonal variations.
Types
- Load Testing
- Stress Testing
- Spike Testing
- Soak Testing
k6
k6 is a developer-centric, free and open-source load testing tool built for making performance testing a productive and enjoyable experience.
Key features
k6 is packed with features, which you can learn all about in the documentation. Key features include:
- CLI tool with developer-friendly APIs.
- Scripting in JavaScript ES2015/ES6 - with support for local and remote modules
- Checks and Thresholds - for goal-oriented, automation-friendly load testing