Drive Team Excellence with Silk Performer Corporate Training

Silk Performer is a performance testing tool designed to measure and analyze the performance of software applications under various conditions, simulating real-world user loads to identify bottlenecks and optimize performance. In organizations, Silk Performer is essential for ensuring performance reliability and scalability, thereby enhancing user experience and preventing potential downtimes. Silk Performer training course aims to optimize performance by providing the necessary tools and techniques to enhance skills and abilities.

Edstellar's instructor-led Silk Performer training course offers virtual/onsite training options tailored to your team's specific needs. The training is conducted by industry experts with years of experience in performance testing. The course features a practical, hands-on curriculum designed to provide in-depth knowledge of Silk Performer.

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Skills Your Employees Will Gain

These are the core, hands-on capabilities your team builds during the program.

  • Performance Testing
    Performance Testing is the process of evaluating a system's speed, scalability, and stability under load. This skill is important for software developers and QA engineers to ensure applications meet user expectations and function efficiently under varying conditions.
  • Load Testing
    Load Testing is the process of evaluating a system's performance under expected user loads. This skill is important for software developers and QA engineers to ensure applications can handle high traffic, preventing crashes and ensuring a smooth user experience.
  • Scripting
    Scripting is the ability to write code that automates tasks or processes. this skill is important for roles in software development, data analysis, and IT, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
  • Monitoring
    Monitoring is the skill of systematically observing and assessing processes or performance. This skill is important for roles in management, quality assurance, and IT, ensuring efficiency and timely issue resolution.
  • Analysis
    Analysis is the ability to systematically examine data and information to draw conclusions. This Skill is important for roles in data science, finance, and management, as it drives informed decision-making.
  • Benchmarking
    Benchmarking is the process of comparing business processes and performance metrics to industry bests. This skill is important for roles in management and strategy, as it drives improvement and competitive advantage.

What Your Team Will Achieve After This Training

  • Apply performance testing techniques using Silk Performer to evaluate application efficiency under various load conditions
  • Analyze test results to identify performance bottlenecks and provide actionable insights for optimization
  • Develop customized performance test scripts tailored to specific application requirements to ensure comprehensive testing
  • Evaluate application performance using real-time metrics and graphs to make data-driven improvement decisions
  • Utilize advanced Silk Performer features to conduct API testing and ensure the robustness of backend services

Topics & Program Outline

The curriculum is organized into focused modules built by industry experts and delivered virtually or on-premise. Interactive sessions reflect the evolving demands of the workplace, keeping the learning both relevant and practical.

  1. Silk Performer history
    • Evolution of Silk Performer
    • Major milestones and version updates
  2. Prerequisite for installation
    • System requirements
    • Necessary software and hardware prerequisites
  3. Silk Performer installation
    • Step-by-step installation guide
    • Common installation issues and solutions
  4. Different components of Silk Performer
    • Overview of main components
    • Functionalities of each component
  5. A high-level overview of the components
    • Interaction between components
  1. Overview of Silk Performer Workbench
    • User interface elements
    • Navigating the workbench
  2. Scripting in Silk Performer
    • Script creation process
    • Script editing tools
  3. Protocol overview
    • Supported protocols
    • Selecting the right protocol for your project
  4. Naming convention followed during project creation
    • Standard naming conventions
    • Importance of consistent naming
  5. Profile settings – Record time
    • Configuring profile settings
  6. Introduction to test application
    • Test application setup
    • Key features of the test application
  7. Understanding script structure
    • Components of a script
    • Script execution flow
  8. Benchmark description language (BDL)
    • Introduction to BDL
    • Basic syntax and usage
  1. Overview of TrueLog Explorer
    • Features of TrueLog Explorer
    • Navigating the TrueLog Explorer interface
  2. Replay in Silk Performer
    • Steps to replay scripts
    • Replay settings and configurations
  3. Profile settings – Replay time
    • Configuring replay settings
  4. Options for script replay
    • Different replay modes
    • Selecting the appropriate replay mode
  5. Drill down of replayed file
    • Analyzing replay results
    • Identifying issues in replayed scripts
  6. Script debugging and validation
    • Debugging tools and techniques
    • Validating script accuracy
  1. What is parameterization/customization?
    • Definition and importance
    • Examples of parameterization/customization
  2. How is it done in Silk Performer?
    • Steps for parameterization
    • Tools and features for customization
  3. Parameterization wizard
    • Using the wizard for parameterization
  4. Parameterization functions detail
    • Detailed look at parameterization functions
  1. What is correlation?
    • Definition and significance
    • Examples of correlation
  2. How is it done in Silk Performer?
    • Steps for correlation
    • Tools and features for parsing
  3. Auto-parsing and manual parsing
    • Differences between auto and manual parsing
    • When to use each method
  4. Parsing function detail
    • Detailed look at parsing functions
    • Practical examples
  1. What is verification?
    • Definition and importance
    • Examples of verification points
  2. How is it done in Silk Performer?
    • Steps for adding verification points
    • Tools and features for verification
  3. Verification functions in detail
    • Detailed look at verification functions
  4. Transfer your project
    • Steps for transferring projects
    • Common issues and solutions
  1. What is API testing?
    • Definition and importance
    • Examples of API testing
  2. How can it be done in Silk Performer?
    • Steps for API testing
    • Tools and features for API testing
  1. Scenario design
    • Designing test scenarios
  2. Overview of various workloads
    • Types of workloads
    • Selecting the appropriate workload
  3. Load, stress, endurance testing scenario design
    • Definitions and differences
    • Designing effective test scenarios
  4. Introduction to distributed testing
    • Benefits of distributed testing
    • Setting up distributed testing
  5. How to configure agent in Silk Performer
    • Steps for configuring agents
  1. Overview of Silk Performer workbench monitor
    • Features of the workbench monitor
    • Navigating the monitor interface
  2. Metrics overview and graphs
    • Key metrics to monitor
    • Visualizing performance data
  3. Monitoring test execution from the monitor window
    • Steps for monitoring tests
    • Analyzing test execution data
  1. Overview of Silk Performance Explorer
    • Features of the performance explorer
    • Navigating the explorer interface
  2. Report understanding
    • Types of reports
    • Interpreting report data
  3. TSD file understanding
    • What is a TSD file?
    • How to use TSD files
  4. Filtering peak time data
    • Identifying peak times
    • Analyzing peak time performance

Who Should Attend?

This program suits professionals at many levels across the organization, including:

  • Performance Test Engineers
  • Quality Assurance Analysts
  • Software Developers
  • Test Automation Engineers
  • IT Performance Analysts
  • Application Support Engineers
  • System Architects
  • Load Testing Specialists
  • IT Infrastructure Engineers
  • QA Managers
  • Software Development Managers
  • Test Automation Managers

What are the Prerequisites?

Employees with a basic understanding of software testing and performance testing concepts can take the Silk Performer training course.

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We design training your teams actually engage with, and deliver it the way that suits you best. Through a vetted global trainer network, Edstellar runs sessions in 10+ languages with consistent quality anywhere.

Virtual Silk Performer Training

Virtual / online: expert-led live sessions delivered anywhere, with consistency and easy scheduling.

We deliver anywhere worldwide
Standardized content for consistent outcomes
Join from own workspace, no travel
We scale to large groups across sites
Interactive tools keep remote learners engaged
On-site Silk Performer Training

On-site (in-house): immersive, instructor-led learning at your office.

Our trainers run face-to-face at your office
We tailor setup/content to your workplace and tools
Group exercises drive collaboration
Live demos +  hands-on practice
Direct trainer access to clarify doubts
Off-site Silk Performer Training

Off-site: focused, instructor-led group learning away from everyday workplace distractions.

We host your teams at a venue of your preferred choice
Built-in group activities for bonding
Full uninterrupted schedule for focus/retention
Boosts morale and signals commitment

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        What Sets Edstellar Apart

        Experienced Trainers

        Our trainers are drawn from a vetted global network and bring years of industry expertise, keeping every session practical and impactful.

        Proven Quality

        With a strong global track record, Edstellar is known for quality and engaging delivery.

        Industry-Relevant Curriculum

        Our programs are built by experts to match the demands of today's industry.

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        Every program can be tailored to your organization's goals.

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        We provide pre- and post-session support for a complete learning experience.

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        We deliver in multiple languages to support diverse global teams.

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        "Attending the Silk Performer training was transformational for my professional development. As a Senior Software Engineer, the deep dive into industry best practices gave me the confidence to tackle complex challenges of real-world case studies were immediately applicable to my work. The knowledge gained has been immediately applicable to mission-critical projects and initiatives. This course has become foundational to my continued success.”

        Eddy Cunningham

        Senior Software Engineer,

        IT Services and Solutions Provider

        "This Silk Performer course equipped me with comprehensive strategic frameworks expertise that I've seamlessly integrated into our enterprise practice. The hands-on modules covering hands-on exercises and expert-led workshops design solutions that consistently deliver measurable business results. We've successfully expanded our service portfolio based on these enhanced capabilities, validating the immediate impact of this training program.”

        Gao Tao

        Senior Software Engineer,

        Enterprise Software Development Firm

        "The Silk Performer training gave our team advanced advanced methodologies expertise that revolutionized our strategic implementation approach. As a Senior Software Engineer, understanding interactive labs and real-world case initiatives across our entire portfolio. Our stakeholder satisfaction and NPS scores reached unprecedented all-time highs. This training has become foundational to our team's strategic capabilities and continued growth.”

        Srinivas Raju

        Senior Software Engineer,

        Digital Innovation Platform

        “Edstellar’s IT & Technical training programs have been instrumental in strengthening our engineering teams and building future-ready capabilities. The hands-on approach, practical cloud scenarios, and expert guidance helped our teams improve technical depth, problem-solving skills, and execution across multiple projects. We’re excited to extend more of these impactful programs to other business units.”

        Aditi Rao

        L&D Head,

        A Global Technology Company

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        This certificate validates the employee's acquired skills and is a powerful motivator, inspiring them to enhance their expertise further and contribute effectively to organizational success.

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