Description: Availability testing is a set of evaluations designed to determine the ability of a system, application, or service to be operational and accessible at all times. These tests are fundamental in the context of CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment), where speed and reliability in software delivery are crucial. By conducting availability tests, various conditions and scenarios that could affect system performance are simulated, such as load spikes, network failures, or service interruptions. The goal is to identify potential failure points and ensure that the system can quickly recover from any issues. Availability tests not only assess system uptime but also analyze its ability to handle multiple simultaneous requests and its performance under adverse conditions. This is especially relevant in production environments, where the end-user experience can be severely impacted by any downtime. In summary, availability testing is an integral part of modern software development processes, ensuring that applications are robust and ready to face real-world challenges.
