Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) is an established and critical practice, widely recognized for its importance in modern software organizations. Its emphasis on reliability, scalability, and availability is the bedrock of this approach, integrating development and operations to meet the demands of today’s software systems. However, implementing SRE practices effectively requires…

Metrics are a crucial element in the context of Observability and Monitoring — Here’s the basic anatomy of a metric: 1. Metric Name: This is the unique identifier for each type of data that is being collected. The name should be descriptive enough to represent the information being tracked. 2. Timestamp: This is the point in time when the measurement was taken. …

In the realm of computer science, distributed systems have revolutionized how we perceive, manage, and employ data processing. A distributed system brings together multiple computer nodes interconnected by a network, harnessing their collective computational power for executing a variety of tasks. However, when designing these systems, it’s crucial to be…

In the complex landscape of modern computing, two key concepts reign supreme: metrics and logs. While both are instrumental in understanding the performance and operation of software applications, it’s crucial to understand their distinct features, use cases, and benefits to ensure optimal system monitoring and troubleshooting. …

I always look forward to hearing stories from people, their workflows, and how they improve their craft. As part of Last9, where we build Reliability tools for SREs and DevOps teams, I have come across many folks who are masters at their job. Everyone should hear their stories. So I…

When I joined Last9 three years back, I knew little about SRE and Observability. The situation is not changed after three years :) There is a lot to learn in the Observability space. I am yet to find a single place to learn different terms used in Observability lingo. So…