Developer Resources Overview
LoadGen provides comprehensive APIs and integration options for developers looking to automate, extend, or integrate LoadGen functionality into their own applications and workflows.
Available APIs
Cloud API
REST API for LoadGen Cloud services including End-to-End Monitoring, dashboards, and user management.
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Base URL :
https://public-api.loadgen.cloud - Documentation : Cloud API Reference
- OpenAPI Spec : Swagger Documentation
On-Prem API
REST API for on-premises LoadGen deployments, enabling automation of load testing workflows.
- Documentation : On-Prem API Reference
- Future : Will power a new web-based frontend replacing Director and Analyzer
Integration Options
MCP Server
Model Context Protocol integration for AI-powered automation scenarios.
Webhooks & Integrations
Connect LoadGen to external systems like Grafana, APM tools, and notification services.
Use Cases
| Scenario | Recommended Approach |
|----------|---------------------|
| Automate test scheduling | Cloud API or On-Prem API |
| Custom dashboards | Cloud API + your BI tool |
| CI/CD integration | Command-line + API callbacks |
| Alert notifications | Webhooks |
| AI-powered testing | MCP Server |
Getting Started
1. Choose your API : Cloud API for cloud features, On-Prem API for local deployments
2. Authenticate : Obtain API credentials from your LoadGen tenant
3. Explore endpoints : Use the Swagger documentation to understand available operations
4. Build your integration: Use your preferred language/framework to call the APIs
Authentication
All LoadGen APIs use token-based authentication:
1. Obtain your API credentials from LoadGen Cloud settings
2. Authenticate to receive an access token
3. Include the token in subsequent API requests
See the Cloud API Authentication guide for detailed instructions.
Support
For API-related questions:
- Review the documentation in this section
- Check the Swagger specification for endpoint details
- Contact support@loadgen.com for technical assistance