Implementing and Debugging Load Tests for Go Applications Running in Kubernetes

Donald Le
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Implementing and Debugging Load Tests for Go Applications Running in Kubernetes

In this article, you’ll learn how to implement and debug load tests for a Golang application running in Kubernetes with Telepresence

The content discusses the importance of load testing for web and mobile applications to ensure they can handle user loads. It explains how to implement and debug load tests for a Go application in a Kubernetes cluster using k6 and Telepresence. The article covers setting up Kubernetes, deploying applications, building Docker images, and creating load testing scripts with k6. Debugging techniques using Telepresence and Visual Studio Code are also explained, along with fixing performance issues in the tested application. The article provides a hands-on guide with commands and steps to follow throughout the process.