Improving Drupal CMS Performance with Gander: Insights from Tag1 Team Talk

Tag1 Consulting recently shared a Tag1 Team Talk featuring Michael Meyers and Nathaniel Catchpole, discussing how the new Gander testing framework is improving performance optimisation practices in Drupal CMS. As Gander’s project lead, Nathaniel explains how this core-supported tool automates performance testing by simulating real-world traffic conditions. Unlike traditional methods that often required complex, manual setups, Gander makes continuous performance monitoring an integrated part of the development process.

The discussion highlights how Gander enables developers to identify performance bottlenecks early by running tests with every code change. This shift allows performance optimisation to become a routine, proactive task rather than a final-stage concern. By automatically testing site performance throughout development, Gander not only saves time but also helps teams maintain higher standards without additional overhead.

Michael and Nathaniel also reflect on Gander’s impact across projects of varying sizes and the broader future of performance testing in Drupal. The session emphasises how incorporating tools like Gander into everyday workflows can lead to more efficient, scalable, and reliable Drupal sites, ultimately making performance management a seamless part of building and maintaining web applications.