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The sum_over_time() function in Prometheus gives you a way to aggregate counter resets, gauge fluctuations, and histogram samples across specific time windows. Instead of seeing point-in-time values, you get the cumulative total of all data points within your chosen range—useful for calculating totals from rate data, tracking accumulated errors, or understanding resource consumption patterns over custom intervals.

Many teams buy RIs with the best of intentions (predictability and up to 72% savings) only to realize later that they’ve either overcommitted or left money on the table. Without clear visibility, what starts as a smart cost-saving move can slither into silent waste. This guide will help you get ahead of that. We’ll walk you through the ins and outs of Azure Reserved Instances, compare them to other savings options, and share best practices to help you avoid common pitfalls.

Ever since I was little, I’ve been fascinated by airplanes. Whether it was the excitement of boarding a flight for a holiday or the wonder of admiring them from the ground, there’s always been something magical about these incredible machines. Fast forward a few years, and now we have the ability to track aircraft in real-time from the palm of our hands using a variety of apps.

Great data is a prerequisite to all things AIOps and observability. Great observability data results in fewer observability gaps, better analysis and insights, and more confidence within teams that rely on the power of modern AIOps and observability technologies. Goals for improved automation, IT efficiencies, intelligent triage and remediation all become more achievable with better data.

At HIMSS this year, in between flashy AI demos and interoperability debates, I kept hearing the same concern from hospital leaders across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Israel: “We’re still using WhatsApp for clinical messaging—but it’s starting to feel risky.” Some shared stories of messages getting missed. Others brought up concerns around data privacy and compliance.

We’ve updated our Microsoft Teams integration to support workflows — Microsoft’s new and recommended approach to incoming webhooks. As Microsoft evolves its platform, it is phasing out the legacy Connectors feature in favor of Workflows. At StatusGator, we’re committed to keeping up with these changes so your integrations remain reliable and future-proof.

Caching is great! When it works… When it fails, it puts a big load on your backend, resulting in either a self-inflicted DoS, increased server bills, or both. This article is inspired by a real-world incident that happened to npm back in 2016. In the next part, Ben recounts his personal experience responding to the incident while working at npm.

It was around mid-2023 that I realized, despite working as a developer in the field, my knowledge of embedded systems needed a significant refresh. It was time to revisit some of the fundamentals and catch up on the latest technologies and best practices. As I began listing topics to review, I searched for existing embedded systems roadmaps online. However, none perfectly matched my specific learning goals.

Selecting the right Software License Management software (or Software License Management tool) can be tricky, but it’s a critical decision for any IT team. The right solution helps you stay compliant, cut unnecessary costs, and gain full control over your software usage — all key goals of effective Software License Management. To make the decision easier, we’ve compiled a list of 10 top Software License Management tools to help you find the best fit for your organization.

We are delighted to share the exciting news that JFrog has earned the “Deployed on AWS” badge in AWS Marketplace, marking yet another milestone in our journey of innovation and collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS). This achievement underscores our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions that leverage AWS’s robust infrastructure to enhance the user experience and drive efficiency.