JMeter for RESTful APIs: Unveiling the Path to Reliable and Robust Systems
Author(s): Asha Rani Rajendran Nair Chandrika
Publication #: 2501009
Date of Publication: 07.09.2022
Country: USA
Pages: 1-9
Published In: Volume 8 Issue 5 September-2022
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14598677
Abstract
RESTful API testing is crucial for ensuring the functionality, reliability, and performance of modern applications. As APIs form the backbone of interconnecting software systems, robust testing is essential to identify issues such as bugs, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities. This article explores the process of designing and executing RESTful API tests using JMeter, a popular open-source performance testing tool. The guide covers key areas like identifying API endpoints, creating test plans, configuring thread groups, implementing data-driven testing for various scenarios, and utilizing assertions to validate expected results. Performance testing, analyzing results, and troubleshooting challenges are also addressed. By following the outlined practices, software engineers and testers can enhance their API testing approaches, ensuring that their applications meet high standards of quality and performance.
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