Introduction to performance optimization

Performance optimization in software development involves refining an application to operate with maximum efficiency, minimizing resource consumption such as memory, CPU, and bandwidth. This process includes analyzing performance at various development stages, often focusing on enhancing efficiency once a stable version of the product has been established.

The main step in our performance optimization process is identifying bottlenecks, as it allows us to pinpoint the specific areas of our code that are causing performance issues. Bottlenecks are points in our code where the execution slows down significantly, often due to resource constraints or inefficient algorithms. By identifying these bottlenecks, we can focus our optimization efforts on where they will have the most impact, leading to more efficient and faster applications. This targeted approach not only improves the performance of our application but also enhances the overall user...