JMeter is a powerful open-source tool for load testing and performance measurement. It supports a wide range of protocols including HTTP, FTP, JDBC, and more. Below is a quick overview to get you started:

🚀 Quick Start

  1. Download JMeter
    Visit JMeter Download Page to get the latest version.

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  2. Install & Configure

    • Extract the downloaded archive
    • Set environment variables (e.g., JMETER_HOME)
    • Start the GUI by running jmeter.bat (Windows) or jmeter.sh (Mac/Linux)
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  3. Create a Test Plan

    • Add a Thread Group to define users
    • Configure HTTP Request samplers for your target URL
    • Use Listeners like View Results Tree for debugging
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📊 Key Features

  • Distributed Testing: Simulate high traffic across multiple machines
  • Scripting Support: Use BeanShell or JSR223 for advanced logic
  • Report Generation: Export results to CSV/XML for analysis
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📚 Further Reading

For in-depth tutorials, check out our JMeter Best Practices Guide. Want to learn how to build custom plugins? Explore JMeter Development Resources.

Let me know if you need help with specific use cases! 🤝