Java SE Performance with JMeter from Pluralsight

This course will teach you how to use JMeter and other tools to troubleshoot performance problems of Java applications.

Most tutorials and courses about JMeter show how to create a script to do a performance test and don’t go beyond that. But, how do you establish a performance baseline? How do you monitor resources like CPU and memory consumption? How do you use thread and heap dumps, in addition to JMeter, to identify and solve performance problems? In this course, Java SE Performance with JMeter, you’ll learn to use JMeter and other open-source tools to troubleshoot performance problems of Java applications. First, you’ll explore the features of JMeter and how you can use this tool to generate test data and a script to put your application under load. Next, you’ll discover how to establish a performance baseline that will help you know if your application is scalable. Finally, you’ll learn how to use tools and techniques such as agents, thread, and heap dumps to identify and solve performance problems. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of JMeter and related tools needed to test the performance of your Java applications.

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Course Overview

Introduction to Performance Testing with JMeter

Creating the JMeter Script for the Application

Creating Test Data with JMeter

Using JMeter for Scalability Testing

Detecting Persistence Problems

Detecting Memory Problems

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Emphasizes using tools and techniques to identify and solve performance problems, which is standard in industry

Taught by Esteban Herrera, who has extensive experience in Java performance testing

Provides a strong foundation for learners to establish a performance baseline and use thread and heap dumps

May be of less relevance to learners with no prior knowledge of Java application performance testing

Skills and knowledge gained can be applied in both academic and industry settings

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Java SE Performance with JMeter with these activities:

Review JMeter Fundamentals

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Brushing up on the basics of JMeter will help you follow the course more easily.

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Read the JMeter documentation
Watch a tutorial on JMeter
Create a simple JMeter script

Follow a JMeter Tutorial

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Following a JMeter tutorial will help you learn the basics of using the tool and how to apply it to test Java applications.

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Find a JMeter tutorial that covers the topics you are interested in
Follow the tutorial step-by-step
Experiment with the JMeter settings and options

Create JMeter Test Scripts

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Creating JMeter test scripts will help you practice using the tool and gain experience in testing Java applications.

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Run the test plan
Identify the Java application you want to test
Create a JMeter test plan
Add HTTP Request samplers to the test plan
Configure the test plan settings

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Write a Performance Test Report

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Writing a performance test report will help you learn how to analyze and interpret performance test results.

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Gather the performance test results
Analyze the results and identify any performance issues
Write a report that summarizes the findings of your analysis
Present the report to your team or stakeholders

Participate in a JMeter Competition

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Participating in a JMeter competition will help you test your skills and learn from other JMeter users.

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Find a JMeter competition that you are interested in
Register for the competition
Create a JMeter test script
Submit your test script to the competition
Attend the competition and present your results

Career center

Learners who complete Java SE Performance with JMeter will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Test Engineer

**Software Test Engineers** are responsible for evaluating the performance and functionality of software applications. They work closely with developers to identify and resolve bugs, and they help to ensure that software products meet the needs of users. This course can help Software Test Engineers to improve their skills in performance testing, which is an essential part of the software development process. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Software Test Engineers can help to ensure that the applications they test are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Performance Engineer

**Performance Engineers** work to optimize the performance of software and hardware systems. They identify and resolve bottlenecks, and they work to improve the scalability and reliability of systems. This course can help Performance Engineers to develop the skills they need to troubleshoot performance problems in Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Performance Engineers can help to ensure that the systems they design and manage are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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DevOps Engineer

**DevOps Engineers** are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work to automate and streamline the software development and deployment process, and they help to ensure that software products are delivered to users quickly and reliably. This course can help DevOps Engineers to improve their skills in performance testing, which is an important part of the software development process. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, DevOps Engineers can help to ensure that the applications they develop and deploy are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Software Developer

**Software Developers** design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work to ensure that applications are meeting the needs of users, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course can help Software Developers to improve their skills in performance testing, which is an important part of the software development process. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Software Developers can help to ensure that the applications they develop are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Systems Engineer

**Systems Engineers** design, develop, and maintain software and hardware systems. They work to ensure that systems are meeting the needs of users, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course can help Systems Engineers to improve their skills in performance testing, which is an important part of the systems development process. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Systems Engineers can help to ensure that the systems they design and develop are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Database Administrator

**Database Administrators** are responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They work to ensure that databases are available and reliable, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course may be useful for Database Administrators who are responsible for managing databases that are used by Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Database Administrators can help to ensure that the databases they manage are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Systems Analyst

**Systems Analysts** analyze and design computer systems. They work to ensure that systems are meeting the needs of users, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course may be useful for Systems Analysts who are responsible for analyzing and designing Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Systems Analysts can help to ensure that the applications they design and analyze are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Web Developer

**Web Developers** design and develop websites and web applications. They work to ensure that websites and web applications are meeting the needs of users, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course may be useful for Web Developers who are responsible for developing Java-based websites and web applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Web Developers can help to ensure that the websites and web applications they develop are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Network Administrator

**Network Administrators** design, implement, and maintain computer networks. They work to ensure that networks are available and reliable, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course may be useful for Network Administrators who are responsible for managing networks that are used by Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Network Administrators can help to ensure that the networks they manage are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Computer Programmer

**Computer Programmers** write and maintain computer programs. They work to ensure that programs are meeting the needs of users, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course may be useful for Computer Programmers who are responsible for writing and maintaining Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Computer Programmers can help to ensure that the applications they write and maintain are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Quality Assurance Analyst

**Quality Assurance Analysts** test and evaluate software products to ensure that they meet the quality standards of the organization. They work to identify and resolve bugs, and they help to ensure that software products are meeting the needs of users. This course may be useful for Quality Assurance Analysts who are responsible for testing and evaluating Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Quality Assurance Analysts can help to ensure that the applications they test and evaluate are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Computer Systems Analyst

**Computer Systems Analysts** analyze and design computer systems. They work to ensure that systems are meeting the needs of users, and they help to solve problems and resolve issues. This course may be useful for Computer Systems Analysts who are responsible for analyzing and designing Java-based systems. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Computer Systems Analysts can help to ensure that the systems they analyze and design are meeting the performance requirements of their users.

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Project Manager

**Project Managers** plan, execute, and close projects. They work with stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and budgets, and they help to ensure that projects are completed successfully. This course may be useful for Project Managers who are working on projects that involve the development and deployment of Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Project Managers can help to ensure that the projects they manage are meeting the performance requirements of the stakeholders.

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Information Technology Consultant

**Information Technology Consultants** provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to use information technology to meet their business needs. They work with organizations to identify and solve problems, and they help to develop and implement solutions. This course may be useful for Information Technology Consultants who are working with organizations that are using Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Information Technology Consultants can help their clients to identify and resolve performance problems in their Java applications.

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Business Analyst

**Business Analysts** analyze business needs and develop solutions to meet those needs. They work with stakeholders to identify and define requirements, and they help to ensure that solutions are aligned with the organization's strategic goals. This course may be useful for Business Analysts who are working with organizations that are using Java applications. By learning how to use JMeter and other tools to measure and analyze performance, Business Analysts can help to ensure that the solutions they develop are meeting the performance requirements of the organization.

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