Systems
Performance
Definition
Performance refers to how quickly and efficiently a glossarySystemA system is a collection of interconnected components that work together to achieve a specific function or outcome.Open glossary term responds to user actions and glossaryProcessA process is a defined sequence of steps used to achieve a specific outcome.Open glossary term tasks.
In practice
Measured through load times, glossaryResponsivenessHow well a design adapts to different screen sizes.Open glossary term, and glossarySystemA system is a collection of interconnected components that work together to achieve a specific function or outcome.Open glossary term glossaryEfficiencyEfficiency measures how quickly and easily users can complete tasks once they are familiar with a system.Open glossary term across different conditions.
The reality
Performance issues are often only addressed after users complain or metrics drop.
Plain English
How fast and smooth something runs.
FAQ
Common questions
A few practical answers to the questions that usually come up around this term.
What is performance in systems?
It is how quickly and efficiently a glossarySystemA system is a collection of interconnected components that work together to achieve a specific function or outcome.Open glossary term operates.
Why is performance important?
It directly impacts glossaryUser Experience (UX)User Experience (UX) refers to the overall experience a person has when interacting with a product, including usability, accessibility, and how it feels to use. It focuses on making products useful, usable, and enjoyable.Open glossary term and glossaryConversionA conversion is any action a user takes that aligns with a defined goal, such as making a purchase, signing up, or completing a task.Open glossary term.
How is performance measured?
Through speed, load times, and glossaryResponsivenessHow well a design adapts to different screen sizes.Open glossary term.
What affects performance?
Code quality, glossaryInfrastructureInfrastructure refers to the underlying systems and resources that support applications and services.Open glossary term, and glossarySystem LoadSystem load refers to the amount of demand placed on a system at a given time.Open glossary term.
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