Locust is an open-source load testing tool designed to help developers and testers evaluate the performance and scalability of web applications. By simulating user behavior, Locust provides actionable insights into how systems perform under heavy traffic, ensuring reliability and optimal performance. It uses a Python-based scripting approach, allowing users to define user behaviors in a flexible and readable manner.

Features of Locust:

• Python-based scripting for flexible and customizable test scenarios.
• Distributed and scalable to handle millions of simulated users.
• Web-based user interface for monitoring test progress and results.
• Supports real-time load testing and stress testing.
• Open-source and actively maintained by a strong community.
• Integrates with various CI/CD pipelines for automated performance testing.

To Check Locust version run : $ locust --version

Disclaimer: Locust is an open-source tool provided under an MIT license. Users should ensure it meets their specific use cases and understand the limitations of the tool. The community and contributors provide Locust "as is," without any warranty, express or implied.