# \[AIAB-02] Optimize a Java-based application (Konakart) with JMeter

In this guide, you’ll learn how to optimize [Konakart](http://konakart.com), a real-world Java-based e-commerce application, by leveraging the JMeter performance testing tool and Prometheus monitoring tool.

#### **What you'll learn** <a href="#user-content-what-youll-learn" id="user-content-what-youll-learn"></a>

* How to optimize a real-world Java application with Akamas in a realistic performance environment
* How to integrate JMeter load testing tool with Akamas
* How to integrate the Prometheus monitoring tool with Akamas
* How to automate the configuration of the parameters in a containerized Java application
* How to conduct an optimization with performance constraints
* How to analyze and identify performance insights from study results

#### **What you'll need** <a href="#user-content-what-youll-need" id="user-content-what-youll-need"></a>

* An Akamas-in-a-box instance installed with a valid license - see the Akamas In a Box guide.
* The Konakart performance environment - see the Konakart setup guide.
* Familiarity with Akamas concepts. If you're new to Akamas, please review the Java quickstart guide.