k6, an open-source load testing tool acquired by Grafana Labs, has introduced browser automation and Prometheus support to enhance its functionalities for developers. The xk6-browser extension allows users to perform end-to-end testing of web applications by simulating user actions in a real browser, offering a seamless integration of protocol- and browser-level testing without the need for multiple tools or languages. Additionally, the introduction of xk6-output-prometheus-remote enables k6 metrics to be stored in Prometheus, thus aligning k6 with cloud-native monitoring standards and facilitating visualization through Grafana. These advancements aim to improve application performance, reliability, and stability by providing developers with a robust framework for testing and monitoring. Feedback is encouraged to further refine these tools, with support available through various community platforms.