Master JMeter on Live Apps for Performance Testing
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Master JMeter on Live Apps for Performance Testing
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What you'll learn
Master JMeter scripting, including recording, playback, and analysis of performance metrics.
Implement advanced load testing techniques with controllers, plugins, and timers.
Automate dynamic data handling with regular expressions and BeanShell scripting.
Execute distributed testing and monitor server performance using cloud-based tools.
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There are 15 modules in this course
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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will master JMeter for performance testing, learning how to effectively simulate real-world load on live applications. You will gain hands-on experience with JMeter’s diverse features, such as thread groups, assertions, and listeners, to accurately assess and improve application performance. By the end of the course, you will be able to design and execute complex performance tests using JMeter to gather critical metrics and improve application reliability under load. The course takes you step by step through the process, starting with installation and configuration of JMeter, followed by script recording, load application, and analyzing the performance metrics. You’ll also delve into advanced features like JMeter plugins, BeanShell scripting, and distributed testing, ensuring you are equipped to tackle real-world challenges. Key topics include understanding thread groups, cookie management, and leveraging the power of regular expressions and data-driven testing for dynamic scenarios. Ideal for testers, developers, or anyone responsible for performance testing, this course will teach you the essential skills to run effective performance tests. It assumes no prior experience with JMeter but requires basic understanding of testing concepts. The difficulty level is moderate, ensuring a balanced learning experience for anyone wanting to enhance their testing skills.
In this module, we will introduce you to JMeter and its role in performance testing. You’ll learn about the unique benefits of JMeter compared to other tools, how to install and configure it, and gain an overview of the tool's interface and primary functionalities.
What's included
4 videos1 reading1 assignment
4 videos•Total 33 minutes
- JMeter Introduction•12 minutes
- Advantages of JMeter over Other Performance Testing Tools•7 minutes
- Installing and Configuring JMeter•7 minutes
- JMeter Tool Overview•7 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Full Course Resources•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Introduction - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on recording application test scripts with JMeter. You’ll learn how to record, replay, and validate scripts, and how to integrate the BlazeMeter extension for Chrome to streamline script recording.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 37 minutes
- Recording the Application under Test with JMeter•11 minutes
- Recording and Playback of JMeter Scripts•13 minutes
- Recording in Chrome with BlazeMeter Extension•13 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Recording JMeter Scripts - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore load testing with Thread Groups and learn how to monitor and analyze performance metrics. You’ll discover the use of Listeners to track results and understand their significance in gathering actionable insights.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
5 videos•Total 60 minutes
- Importance of the Thread Group in JMeter•8 minutes
- Applying Load on Application with Thread Group•8 minutes
- What are Listeners? What is the Importance of View Results Tree?•21 minutes
- Listeners to Monitor the Load Testing Results•14 minutes
- Different Type of Listeners and Their Use in Gathering Performance Metrics•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- How to Put Load and Analyze Performance Metrics? - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will cover advanced load testing techniques using JMeter plugins and Thread Groups. You’ll learn how to implement Concurrency and Ultimate Thread Groups for enhanced performance testing.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 21 minutes
- Additional Plug-ins to Set Advanced Load Configuration•7 minutes
- The Concurrency Thread Group and The Ultimate Thread Group Use•14 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Advanced Thread Group Methods for Real-Time Load with JMeter - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will delve into the HTTP Cookie Manager, its role in managing user sessions, and its significance in JMeter tests. You’ll learn how to incorporate and configure the Cookie Manager for seamless test execution.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 25 minutes
- Why Do We Need to Add a Cookie Manager in Tests?•10 minutes
- Using a Cookie Manager in JMeter Tests•14 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- HTTP Cookie Manager to Capture Sessions - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore the use of assertions in JMeter to validate test execution. You’ll learn how to ensure accuracy and reliability by applying different types of assertions to your JMeter scripts.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 26 minutes
- Validating JMeter Tests - Pass and Fail Status•14 minutes
- Different Types of Assertions That You Can Use on JMeter Tests•12 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Assertions in JMeter - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will examine JMeter Controllers and their role in performance testing. You’ll learn to apply different controllers to measure and optimize application performance while gaining hands-on practice using a sample Webtours application.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment
6 videos•Total 74 minutes
- Webtours Application Sample Demo for Practice•4 minutes
- How Controllers Help to Track the Performance of Applications' Modules?•16 minutes
- Importance of the Transaction Controller and Simple Controller•19 minutes
- Interleave Controller Use on JMeter Tests•11 minutes
- Usage of the Runtime and Random Controllers in JMeter•10 minutes
- If and Loop Controller Importance for Stress Testing•15 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- JMeter Controllers for Module-wise Metrics - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore timers in JMeter and their role in performance testing. You’ll learn to implement timers like the Constant Throughput Timer to regulate load and mimic realistic user activity.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 24 minutes
- Using Timers in JMeter•14 minutes
- Constant Throughput Timer Importance•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Timers in JMeter - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on the importance of Regular Expression Extractors in JMeter. You’ll learn to use regular expressions for dynamic data handling through practical examples and efficient implementation techniques.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 40 minutes
- Why Do We Need Regular Expression Extractor Concept in JMeter?•14 minutes
- Practical Example of a Flight Search Application with the Regular Expression Extractor•14 minutes
- Combining Multiple Expressions into a Single Extractor•12 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Importance of Regular Expressions in JMeter - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore data-driven testing techniques in JMeter. You’ll learn how to create HTTP Request Samplers manually and implement data-driven testing for dynamic, robust test execution.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 23 minutes
- How to Create HTTP Request Samplers from Scratch Without Recording•13 minutes
- How to Datadrive the Data into Application•11 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Data-driven Testing with JMeter - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will introduce BeanShell scripting and its applications in JMeter. You’ll learn how to incorporate scripting for conditional logic and access sampler results effectively.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 31 minutes
- Why Beanshell Scripting? Where it Fits in JMeter Scripting•12 minutes
- Adding Conditional Logics Through Beanshell Scripting to Decide the Data•11 minutes
- BeanShell Variables ctx, prev & Their Significance in Getting Sampler Results•9 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Introduction to BeanShell Scripting in JMeter - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will address handling dynamic responses in JMeter. You’ll learn how to create end-to-end test flows and implement correlation techniques using regular expressions for accurate testing.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 27 minutes
- JMeter Steps to Create End to End Flow of Flight Reservation•12 minutes
- Steps to Identify Correlation and Implement Regular Expressions to it•15 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- Handling Dynamic Responses - Advanced JMeter - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on running and validating JMeter tests in non-GUI mode. You’ll learn essential commands, result monitoring techniques, and the benefits of cloud-based execution with BlazeMeter.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
3 videos•Total 31 minutes
- Commands to Run Tests in Non-GUI Mode•9 minutes
- Monitoring Results in Non-GUI Execution•11 minutes
- Importance of BlazeMeter for Cloud Execution•11 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- JMeter Validations in Non-GUI Mode - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will discuss distributed load testing using JMeter. You’ll learn the importance of client-server architecture and how to run tests on slave machines to simulate large-scale load scenarios.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
2 videos•Total 23 minutes
- Importance of the Client–Server Architecture Mechanism•12 minutes
- Step-by-Step Example to Run Tests on the Slave Machine from the Client Machine•11 minutes
1 assignment•Total 15 minutes
- JMeter Distributed Mode in Running Tests in Slave Machines - Assessment•15 minutes
In this module, we will explore server performance monitoring techniques in JMeter. You’ll learn the importance of tools like YourKit Profiler and analyze performance graphs to optimize server health under load conditions.
What's included
3 videos3 assignments
3 videos•Total 19 minutes
- Importance of Server Monitoring•6 minutes
- The YourKit Profiler Tool for Server Monitoring•8 minutes
- Example Showing Different Server Performance Graphs•5 minutes
3 assignments•Total 90 minutes
- Monitoring Server Performance - Assessment•15 minutes
- Full Course Assessment•60 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessment•15 minutes
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