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Automatic Discovery and Instrumentation of PostgreSQL with Splunk OpenTelemetry Collector

In this video I’ll walk through the steps to instrument a PostgreSQL database using the Automatic discovery and configuration feature of the Splunk OpenTelemetry Collector. We’ll use an install script to install and run the Collector with discovery mode on a Linux machine where the database is running. I’ll then show you how to properly configure the PostgreSQL receiver properties so that the Collector is able to connect and authenticate to the database. Once the Collector is successfully configured, I’ll show you how to view those metrics in Splunk Observability Cloud.

Set up browser tests in Splunk Synthetic Monitoring using the Chrome DevTools Recorder

In this video I’ll introduce you to the Chrome DevTools Recorder and how you can use it with Splunk Observability Cloud’s Synthetic Monitoring feature. I’ll explain what the Recorder is and then demonstrate how you can create a recording. We’ll then export the recording and upload it as a new browser test in Splunk’s Synthetic Monitoring feature. After uploading, I’ll walk through the test results and explain when it makes sense to use the Recorder for your Synthetic Monitoring tests.

Resilience as the Foundation for Growth and Compliance in Financial Services

Discover how financial services leaders build digital resilience amid security threats and compliance challenges. Learn strategies to enhance your security posture, drive growth, and meet customer expectations in uncertain times. Featuring insights from IDC and Splunk experts.

Introduction to Splunk Synthetic Monitoring in Splunk Observability Cloud

In this video I’m going to introduce you to Splunk Synthetic Monitoring in Splunk Observability Cloud. I’ll explain what synthetic monitoring is and then demonstrate a simple example by creating a browser test for a sample e-commerce site. I’ll also demonstrate how you can link issues found through synthetic monitoring with backend code due to its integration with Splunk APM.

Introduction to Log Observer Connect in Splunk Observability Cloud

Log Observer Connect will allow you to connect to and view/query logs from your Splunk Enterprise or Splunk Cloud instance from within Splunk Observability Cloud. In this video, I will introduce you to Log Observer Connect in Splunk Observability Cloud and walk you through a demonstration of how it works. You’ll learn how to view and query logs, as well as save queries for later use. I’ll also walk you through a practical example of when you might use Log Observer Connect through the use of Related Logs.

Setup Log Observer Connect in Splunk Observability Cloud

Log Observer Connect will allow you to connect to and view/query logs from your Splunk Enterprise or Splunk Cloud instance from within Splunk Observability Cloud. In this video, I will briefly explain what Log Observer Connect is and then show you how to connect your Splunk Observability Cloud organization to a Splunk Enterprise instance through Log Observer Connect. TOC.