QA Therapy

S1.E27: Combining performance testing and exploratory testing with Leandro Melendez

QA Therapy

Show Notes

The team is thrilled to welcome back Leandro Melendez, aka Señor Performo, for his second appearance on the show! Last time, it was all about performance testing, but now, Leandro is here to explore the powerful combination of performance testing AND exploratory testing.

With nearly 20 years of IT experience and a decade dedicated to performance testing using top-tier tools like Roller, NeoLoad, and more, Leandro shares his insights on:

The basics of performance testing: What it really is and how it goes beyond load testing.

Exploratory testing’s role in uncovering hidden performance issues.

The value of observability in monitoring and improving performance.

Strategies to make performance testing more accessible for teams.

As a podcast host, global speaker, and PerfBytes podcast contributor, Leandro brings his infectious energy and expertise. Don’t miss out - hit play now and join us on the QA Therapy couch!

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