Lecture 05: Code-driven load testing with k6 Framework by Svetlin Nakov

This talk covers the importance of load and performance testing in ensuring that software meets speed, scalability, and stability requirements under expected workloads. The speaker, Svetlin Nakov, presents the k6 framework, a modern open-source load testing tool that uses JavaScript to describe load tests. He demonstrates how to install and operate k6, including its test recorder, script editing on the k6 cloud, and the process of writing scripts to execute HTTP requests and checks. With over 20 years of experience, Nakov is a seasoned software engineer and co-founder of SoftUni, focusing on QA automation and continuous integration tools.