Manual Benchmarking
Manual benchmarking is a performance evaluation technique where developers manually design and execute tests to measure the speed, efficiency, or resource usage of code, systems, or components. It involves creating custom test scenarios, running them under controlled conditions, and analyzing results to identify bottlenecks or compare implementations. This approach is often used for targeted, ad-hoc assessments when automated tools are insufficient or unavailable.
Developers should use manual benchmarking when they need fine-grained control over test conditions, such as isolating specific functions, simulating unique workloads, or evaluating performance in custom environments not covered by standard tools. It's particularly useful for prototyping, debugging performance issues, or comparing algorithm implementations in early development stages, as it allows for tailored metrics and immediate feedback without the overhead of setting up automated frameworks.