Auto Warm-Up Pages Feature in eCatalog


Enhancing User Experience with Faster Page Loads:

The Auto Warm-Up Pages feature in eCatalog is designed to address the initial load delay commonly experienced in .NET applications after an application or server restart. By pre-loading specific pages, this feature significantly improves the responsiveness of the system, providing users with a smoother and faster experience from the first interaction.


How the Auto Warm-Up Pages Feature Works:


  • Pre-Loading Mechanism:
    Targeted Page Selection: Administrators can select which pages to auto-load or "warm up" based on their importance and the frequency of user access. Commonly accessed pages like dashboards, main application interfaces, or frequently used reports are ideal candidates for warming up.
  • Automated Loading Process: 
    Once set, the system automatically accesses these selected pages in the background after a restart. This process loads necessary components into memory, reducing the time taken for these pages to load when accessed by a user for the first time post-restart.


Benefits of Auto Warm-Up Pages:


  • Reduced Initial Load Times
    By pre-loading pages, eCatalog minimizes the delay users experience on their first visit to these pages after a server or application restart. This is particularly beneficial for improving the overall user experience.
  • Enhanced System Performance
    Auto warming up pages ensures that the application performs optimally from the moment it is accessed, enhancing perceived performance and user satisfaction.
  • Improved Resource Management: 
    This proactive approach allows the system to manage resources more effectively, distributing load times more evenly and ensuring that the server handles initial requests more efficiently.


Setting Up Auto Warm-Up Pages:


  • Administrative Configuration
    Administrators can configure which pages to warm up through the system’s management dashboard. Here, they can select pages based on usage analytics and importance to business operations.
  • Customization and Flexibility
    The feature provides flexibility in terms of how many and which pages are pre-loaded, allowing administrators to tailor the setup to the specific needs and traffic patterns of their organization.
  • Monitoring and Adjustment
    It is advisable to regularly review and adjust the selection of warmed-up pages to reflect changes in application usage or to address any newly identified performance bottlenecks.