Advanced – Non-Functional Testing
Ramp-Up – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
The gradual increase of load applied to a system under performance testing.
In simple words
Bring users on slowly instead of hitting the system with full load instantly.
Exam tip
Ramp-up helps identify the load level at which the system starts to degrade.
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