In today’s digital economy, corporate software’s dependability and functionality are more important than ever. Globally, businesses rely on advanced software systems to guarantee smooth operations and provide outstanding customer service. As a result, the demand for creative quality assurance techniques and strong performance engineering tactics has increased dramatically. Vivek Singh, Sr. Consultant Performance Engineer, and quality specialist whose work effortlessly combines cutting-edge developments in performance engineering domain with conventional testing methods, is one of the pioneers propelling this revolutionary progression. Vivek is a respected expert and thought leader in his area, and his journey demonstrates his unwavering pursuit of quality, creativity, and significant solutions.
Innovative Frameworks for Test Automation
Vivek’s remarkable ability to create and carry out thorough testing methodologies suited to the particular difficulties of contemporary software systems has defined his career in corporate software testing. The rigorous concepts of validation and verification form the basis of his methodology. The goal of verification is to make sure the software satisfies specifications and accurately and strategically addresses business demands. Conversely, validation guarantees that the program consistently and efficiently carries out its intended tasks. Following these guidelines, Vivek has spearheaded innovative projects, such as developing two unique tools
OPNET Automation Tool
- This tool is designed to streamline the capture and analysis of application metrics, providing detailed insights into method execution times and bottlenecks. By automating manual processes, this tool has enhanced organization’s ability to monitor end-to-end application workflows and improve performance efficiency.
Sysdig Automation Tool
- Created this solution to correlate performance metrics across organization’s diverse applications, enabling real-time analysis and faster resolution of potential bottlenecks.
Vivek discusses his experience and offers advice for anyone hoping to begin a career in a similar industry in this exclusive conversation with Techbullion.
Hi, Vivek. Having you here today is a pleasure. You have held a number of important positions with market leaders in commercial sectors during your career. Could you tell us what motivates you to practice Performance Engineering?
Thank you for having me.
Building robust and efficient systems is the main goal of performance engineering, which ensures that everything functions as intended. The delight of fine-tuning a complicated system until it functions like a well-oiled machine is unmatched.
Additionally, there are always new difficulties and chances for innovation in the industry. Performance engineering encourages you to stay ahead of the curve by always learning and adapting to the ever changing landscape of technology. The objective is to develop systems that are sustainable and scalable for the future in addition to meeting present demands.
Not to mention the impact: performance optimization can lower environmental footprints, enhance user experiences, and save resources. It can be really inspiring to know that your efforts are having a noticeable impact.
One trend that especially excites you is the incorporation of AI into corporate governance. Could you explain how you think AI will change the field of performance engineering?
Engineers can concentrate on more critical facets of their work by using AI to automate monotonous chores like performance testing and monitoring. AI may anticipate possible system faults before they occur by examining past data and finding trends, which lowers maintenance expenses and downtime.
AI is able to continuously track system performance in realtime, identifying problems as they appear and offering prompt fixes to keep performance at its best. Consequently, real-time monitoring is provided. Engineers may make better judgments and enhance system performance by using AI’s ability to swiftly process enormous volumes of data and produce meaningful insights.
AI-powered tools can easily scale systems to meet changing demands, ensuring consistent performance even with increased workload and user base adding huge scalability to the application.
AI can analyze resource usage and identify opportunities for optimization, leading to cost savings and better resource management.
Finally, AI can detect and respond to security threats in real-time, protecting systems from potential vulnerabilities and attacks, making the application secure for the users.
What tools are required for your day-to-day work?
I rely on a variety of tools to ensure systems run efficiently and effectively. For Load testing I use Apache JMeter. I have developed an in-house tool for Monitoring. You can also use New Relic or Dynatrace for real-time insights into application performance. Then we need Profiling tools, I prefer VisualVM. Lastly we need need Application performance management tools like AppDynamics or Datadog.
You place a great priority on resilience and adaptation. Could you give an example of how these traits enabled you to get through a particularly trying time in your professional life?
One challenging situation that comes to mind was when I was working with Visa as Sr Consultant Performance Engineer when clients faced failed transactions in Apple Pay due to bottlenecks in queuing system. I had identified and resolved the issue by adjusting connection pool configurations, restoring the system, and preventing further disruptions.
What guidance would you provide aspiring young professionals hoping to establish themselves in the performance engineering area going forward?
Absolutely, I’d love to help aspiring young professionals in this exciting field! Here’s some guidance to get started:
- Get a solid foundation in software engineering, computer science, and related subjects. Algorithms, data structures, system design, and network architecture are among the pertinent courses.
- Consider earning certifications in performance engineering, such as Certified Performance Engineering Specialist (CPES) or Certified Software Quality Engineer (CSQE).
- Have continuous learning & always stay current with the trends.
- Cultivate strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve performance issues effectively.
We appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experiences with us, Vivek. Your path is incredibly motivating, and we anticipate that your efforts will continue to influence how performance engineering develop in the future.
I appreciate you having me. I’ve enjoyed talking with you about these subjects, and I hope that my experiences may encourage others to follow their passions and have a positive influence in their professions.
