k6 Load Testing

Overview

k6 is a modern, developer-centric load testing tool that helps you write and execute performance tests for HTTP APIs, WebSocket endpoints, and browser scenarios. This skill provides comprehensive guidance on writing realistic load tests, configuring test scenarios (smoke, load, stress, spike, soak), analyzing results, and integrating with CI/CD pipelines.

Use this skill when you need to validate system performance, identify bottlenecks, ensure SLA compliance, or catch performance regressions before deployment.

When to Use This Skill

• Use when you need to load test HTTP APIs, WebSocket endpoints, or browser scenarios
• Use when setting up performance regression tests in CI/CD
• Use when analyzing system behavior under various load conditions
• Use when comparing performance between code changes
• Use when validating SLA requirements and performance budgets