Setting up performance tracking methods

Performance tracking documentation captures how interface elements behave in real-world conditions. Field data often reveals surprising differences from local testing: a button that feels snappy in development might frustrate users on mid-range devices, or a smooth animation could drain battery life unexpectedly. Systematic tracking helps catch these issues before they affect users.

A thorough performance tracking system monitors crucial behavioral patterns and technical metrics:

• Core metrics: Recording First Contentful Paint, Time to Interactive, Cumulative Layout Shift, and other vital web performance signals
• Interactive elements: Measuring response times, animation smoothness, state transition delays, and input latency
• Resource efficiency: Tracking asset loading patterns, memory usage, battery impact, and network payload sizes
• Context variations: Documenting performance across different devices, network conditions, and user scenarios
• User perception: Monitoring perceived performance through interaction success rates and user satisfaction signals