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Explore the hidden pitfalls and misconceptions in performance testing through this 54-minute conference talk from GeeCON 2024. Discover anti-patterns in performance testing and learn battle-tested practical advice to avoid being misled by test results. Understand the concept of 'coordinated omission' and why it matters in performance analysis. Learn why statistics can be misleading when interpreting test results and gain insights into properly reading and understanding performance metrics. Differentiate between 'latency' and 'throughput' concepts and understand why they are not interchangeable. Examine the critical importance of test datasets alongside test scenarios in creating meaningful performance evaluations. Understand what questions microbenchmarks can and cannot answer, and explore the layered nature of performance testing. Learn why performance testing extends beyond mere numbers and involves deeper analysis. Whether you're new to performance testing or consider yourself experienced in the field, gain greater awareness in designing tests and interpreting their results while understanding the common lies and false promises that can lead to incorrect conclusions about system performance.
