Soak Testing evaluates how well a system performs under sustained use over an extended period. This type of testing subjects the system to a heavy workload to identify performance issues that may arise over time.
Key Aspects:
- Extended Duration: Tests run for hours or days.
- Heavy Load: Simulates high user activity or data processing.
- Performance Monitoring: Tracks system behaviour throughout the test.
Soak testing helps uncover memory leaks and performance degradation that may not be evident during shorter tests.