With the release of Icinga Web 2.12, we’ve streamlined and simplified the process for performing database schema upgrades for both Icinga Web and its modules. This new feature not only indicates when an upgrade is pending but also allows for automatic execution of the upgrade. Previously, users had to consult the upgrade documentation and perform the upgrade manually. While it’s still important to read the upgrade documentation, this new feature simplifies the process significantly.

This release has the version 0.1.0 and is available via our package repositories. Be sure to check the documentation on how to install it. So what is Icinga Notifications actually? It is not possible to explain every single detail now. We will eventually publish separate articles on our blog, which will go into more detail about topics this post only mentions briefly.

I’ve already dropped a hint at this topic in a previous post of mine which reflected the history of Icinga on Windows: And this time I’m going to prove this concept, since both required components have been released by now: Icinga 2.14 and IfW 1.11. Precisely speaking, an existing Icinga master will run checks remotely on Windows, directly via the IfW REST API – without an intermediate agent.

As a software developer in training at Icinga, I’ve learned a lot about the nuances and importance of monitoring systems. Effective monitoring is critical for maintaining the health, performance and security of any infrastructure or application. Here are ten essential tips to help you develop an effective monitoring strategy.