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We often get asked, what's the best place to get started with OpenTelemetry - host metrics, traces, or even logs? Hosts Nočnica Mellifera and Pranay will talk about taking your first steps to gathering OpenTelemetry data Below is the recording and an edited transcript of the conversation. Find the conversation transcript below.

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern software development, where speed, quality, and collaboration are paramount, the concept of preview environments has gained significant traction. These virtual sandboxes serve as vital tools that empower developers to thoroughly test their code changes in isolated environments before integrating them into the main codebase. The advantages are multifaceted, ranging from reduced bugs to enhanced collaboration and accelerated software delivery.

This guide is for anyone who is getting started monitoring their application with OpenTelemetry, and is generating unstructured logs. As is well understood at this point, structured logs are ideal for post-hoc incident analysis and broad-range querying of your data. However, it’s not always feasible to implement highly structured logging at the code level.

Dr. Panos Patros, CPEng This is the second and final part in our exploration of must-know OOP patterns, and covers the composite bridge pattern, iterator pattern, and lock design pattern. Find part one here covering extension, singleton, exception shielding and object pool patterns. Object-oriented design is a fundamental part of modern software engineering that all developers need to understand.

Are you leveraging Slack integrations to elevate team productivity? ‍ With a vast ecosystem of third-party integrations, Slack allows users to tailor their workspace to fit their specific needs. In this article, we'll delve into the world of Slack integrations and consider why you should start using some of the solutions available on the Slack App Directory. ‍ As of 2023, Slack boasts an impressive 20 million active users.

In this technology-driven landscape, the efficient management of IT assets has become pivotal for organizational success. Enter IT Asset Management ITAM, a strategic practice that navigates the complexities of overseeing and optimizing a wide spectrum of IT resources. In this blog, let’s understand the core facets of ITAM, from its definition and benefits to its essential stages and key factors.

You know this by now. You can only improve an area of your business if you measure its health and performance. Yet, rather than collecting every general finance metric possible, you’ll want to plan, collect, and analyze the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that’ll drive strategic decision-making. That means KPIs are a subset of metrics that are most relevant to your goals as a team. Here’s how to leverage the right KPIs as an FP&A team.