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What does "benchmark" mean in programming?
benchmark is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A test that measures the performance of code, a system, or a hardware configuration under specific conditions. Benchmarks provide a baseline so you can compare performance before and after an optimization.
Example
"Run the benchmark before and after the change to confirm the improvement is real."
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