Knowledge Base

Performance Optimization Guide

Why Performance Matters

Fast applications improve user satisfaction, reduce bounce rates, and increase conversion. This guide covers best practices for front‑end and back‑end optimization.

Front‑End Tips
  • Minify CSS, JavaScript, and HTML.
  • Serve images in WebP or AVIF formats.
  • Use loading="lazy" for off‑screen images.
  • Leverage prefetch and preload for critical resources.
/* Example: CSS Minification */
body{margin:0;padding:0;font-family:sans-serif}
.header{background:#0066ff;color:#fff;padding:1rem}
Back‑End Tips
  • Cache database queries and use proper indexes.
  • Implement HTTP caching headers (ETag, Cache‑Control).
  • Compress responses with Brotli or Gzip.
  • Profile code to identify bottlenecks.
# Example: Nginx Brotli Compression
brotli on;
brotli_comp_level 5;
brotli_types text/plain text/css application/javascript;

Monitoring & Metrics

Use Lighthouse, Chrome DevTools, or New Relic to measure performance.