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Grafana Provisioned Alerting for Effective Observability

Implementing a consistent and reliable alerting system across a sprawling organization is a significant challenge for just about any engineering team. For example, diverse infrastructures across different teams and numerous team-specific customizations may not translate well when investigating specific incidents. Inconsistent alerting practices can eventually lead to fatigue, leading to triggering of alerts that may not be relevant or actionable.

etcd in Kubernetes: What is it and Why is it Important?

A Comprehensive Guide for SREs Build Foundational Knowledge on How etcd fits into the Kubernetes Ecosystem etcd is the single source-of-truth data store for the Kubernetes cluster. As a Key-Value store with advanced features, etcd stores mission-critical Kubernetes data: configuration data, the cluster state and metadata. This information is key for the Kubernetes cluster to scale and self-heal. If etcd malfunctions, it can cause failures on the Kubernetes cluster.

Shared Hosting vs VPS Hosting

Shared hosting and VPS hosting are two common web hosting options, each with its own pros and cons. Shared hosting is a cheap solution for small websites with low traffic, while VPS hosting gives dedicated resources and more flexibility for growing websites. In this article, we'll look at the differences between shared hosting and VPS hosting, helping you choose which option is best for your website's needs.

Monitor AWS Batch on Fargate with Datadog

AWS Batch on Fargate is an AWS offering that combines the benefits of AWS Fargate—a serverless compute engine for deploying and managing containers—with AWS Batch, a fully managed service for running batch workloads. Leveraging a pay-per-use pricing model and automatic scaling, AWS Batch on Fargate provides you with a cost-effective and scalable solution for running batch computing workloads without needing to worry about managing any underlying infrastructure.

Netreo Wins Testing/Monitoring Product of the Year

We’re thrilled to share that Netreo has once again been recognized as the Testing / Monitoring Product of the Year in the prestigious Network Computing 2024 Awards! This marks an incredible 8th win in 9 years. We appreciate the ongoing trust and support of our valued customers, reseller partners, and industry peers. Many thanks to our dedicated team at Netreo and our partners for their unwavering commitment to delivering top-tier solutions that truly empower our customers.

5 Tips to Set Up Your First Git Repository in GitKraken Desktop

Setting up your first Git repository is a bit like writing your first “Hello World” program – it’s a fundamental step in your development journey! And just like “Hello World” introduced you to the basics of coding, creating a Git repo is the first step towards effective collaboration and project management.

Streamlining runtime diagnostics with on-demand profiling: Inside Roblox's observability stack

Each day, more than 70 million active users sign into Roblox to create, play, and interact with each other through virtual experiences. And regardless of what those experiences are, exactly — adopting a pet, completing an obstacle course, or fulfilling orders at a virtual pizza parlor — the Roblox observability team is dedicated to making them seamless.

What is a Checksum & How to Use One

Checksums play an important role in various fields, from data integrity verification to cyber security. They are essential tools for ensuring the accuracy and security of data transmission and storage. While exploring what a checksum is, you will discover its significant role in cyber security, how to use checksums effectively, and best practices for their implementation.

Top Datadog Competitors and Alternatives

Datadog is widely recognized for its comprehensive range of products and tools, making it quite a challenge to find a suitable alternative. When seeking an alternative to Datadog, it's essential to conduct a thorough comparison of features, performance, limitations, and other vital aspects. This task requires a deep dive into the details, and it might not be as straightforward as it seems at first glance.