# Bigdata **Published by:** [Tom80260647](https://paragraph.com/@tom80260647/) **Published on:** 2021-11-15 **URL:** https://paragraph.com/@tom80260647/bigdata ## Content K6https://github.com/k6io https://github.com/k6io/k6 k6 is a developer-centric, free and open-source load testing tool built for making performance testing a productive and enjoyable experience. Using k6, you'll be able to catch performance regression and problems earlier, allowing you to build resilient systems and robust applications.InstallationMac (brew)Dockerdocker pull loadimpact/k6 Running k6Running local testsLet's start by running a simple local script. Copy the code below, paste it into your favourite editor, and save it as "script.js":// script.js import http from 'k6/http'; import { sleep } from 'k6'; export default function () { http.get('http://test.k6.io'); sleep(1); } ## Publication Information - [Tom80260647](https://paragraph.com/@tom80260647/): Publication homepage - [All Posts](https://paragraph.com/@tom80260647/): More posts from this publication - [RSS Feed](https://api.paragraph.com/blogs/rss/@tom80260647): Subscribe to updates - [Twitter](https://twitter.com/Tom80260647): Follow on Twitter