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Building a better search experience

As someone deeply invested in the evolution of SquaredUp, I’d like to share more about our search capability and how we designed the functionality. SquaredUp can connect to 100+ data sources, thousands of objects, tons of metrics, and and we offer many purpose-built out-of-the-box dashboards and monitors. We've deliberately designed our search experience to be able to handle the complexity of various data environments and make finding relevant information seamless and efficient.

Feature Friday #34: Self organizing groups with select_class

Did you know CFEngine can self-organize hosts into different groups? Say you have a few hosts that you want to reboot once a month. You don’t care when, but you want the hosts to self-organize and pick a date. The select_class attribute for classes type promises might be what you’re looking for. Let’s take a look.

Kubernetes Migration: Tips and Best Practises

Are you considering migrating to Kubernetes but worried about the potential complexities? Well, you are not alone. Transitioning to Kubernetes brings unparalleled scalability and resilience for containerized applications, but it also introduces technical challenges that can overwhelm unprepared teams. Let's go through proven strategies to make the Kubernetes migration journey smoother, from planning and dependency mapping to using automation tools that reduce errors.

October product updates

It’s time for another update from the StatusGator team! While our team was hard at work on improvements and bug fixes, many communities around the United States spent October cleaning up from the impact of hurricanes. If you’d like to help, we’d ask you to join us in supporting our friends and customers in Buncombe County, North Carolina by donating to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. Thank you for support and now let’s get into what’s new.

Best Android Emulators: 12 Top Picks And Features Explained

Android emulators can be lifesavers when it comes to running mobile applications on desktops. With the best Android emulator, you get to dive into Android apps without ever touching a phone! If you're a developer testing apps or just someone curious about the Android ecosystem, emulators bring a whole Android environment to your fingertips. This guide dives into everything about Android emulators, from the best choices to how to pick one for your specific needs.

IT Cost Reduction: 15 Tips to Make a Quick Impact

Managing costs has become a top priority for businesses of all sizes. Companies are constantly searching for ways to cut unnecessary expenses while maintaining operational efficiency. An effective IT cost reduction strategy not only saves money but also paves the way for sustainable growth. Reducing IT costs can take many forms, but creating a clear strategy is the best place to start. Naturally, a key part of that strategy involves selecting software with cost-saving capabilities.

Best MySQL Monitoring Tools

Database monitoring is crucial for numerous reasons, an example being that monitoring database performance metrics such as query execution times, throughput, and resource utilization helps highlight performance bottlenecks. By conducting this, administrators can enhance database configurations, queries, and indexing by examining these metrics to optimize overall performance.

Cortex Achieves ISO 27001 Certification: Our Commitment to Top-Tier Security and Compliance

Cortex has received our ISO 27001 certification via Prescient Security. This milestone reinforces our dedication to providing the highest standards of information security for our clients and partners. For engineering leaders and teams who rely on Cortex to streamline development, this certification underscores the trust they can place in us to protect their data at scale.

Why DataDog Pricing is so Complex - See Plans, Estimate Costs, and Optimize

Datadog is a popular observability platform, but understanding its pricing structure can be challenging. Whether you're just starting with Datadog or are receiving hefty bills, this guide will help you understand its pricing model, estimate your potential costs, and find ways to optimize them. You can use the below tool to estimate your Datadog bill.