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Monitoring AWS Cognito Logs with OpenObserve: From Raw Data to Real Insights

Monitor AWS Cognito authentication events in real-time using OpenObserve. Learn to capture, enrich, and visualize raw logs for actionable security insights, user experience optimization, and streamlined compliance.

Configuring Azure SSO with OpenObserve and Dex

Learn how to configure Azure SSO with OpenObserve Dex using OpenID Connect (OIDC) for seamless authentication. Discover why Dex simplifies identity management, why OIDC is recommended over SAML, and follow a step-by-step guide to set up Azure AD authentication with Dex. Enhance security, streamline user access, and optimize performance with this modern authentication approach.

AWS Network Firewall Explained: Setup and Log Analysis Made Easy

Learn how to secure your AWS environment with AWS Network Firewall. This comprehensive guide covers setup, configuring rules, controlling traffic, and log analysis using OpenObserve for actionable insights.

Monitor Your MongoDB Metrics with OpenTelemetry and OpenObserve

Discover how to effectively monitor MongoDB Metrics using the OpenTelemetry Collector. Enhance performance and reliability with our comprehensive guide.

Monitor Your MySQL Database Metrics with OpenTelemetry and OpenObserve

Discover how to effectively monitor MySQL Metrics using the OpenTelemetry Collector. Enhance performance and reliability with our comprehensive guide.

Manas Sharma

December 30, 2024
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Effortlessly Visualize and Manage All Your AWS Metrics in One Place

Learn how to effortlessly bring together and visualize all your AWS metrics in one place. Step-by-step guide to creating unified dashboards for AWS monitoring.

Monitoring Snowflake with OpenTelemetry Receiver: An End-to-End Guide

Discover the ultimate guide to monitoring Snowflake with OpenTelemetry. Learn how to set up seamless telemetry for Snowflake, track performance metrics, identify anomalies, and optimize data operations. This comprehensive tutorial covers everything from configuration to advanced monitoring techniques, ensuring robust observability and actionable insights into your Snowflake environment. Perfect for data engineers, DevOps teams, and analytics professionals seeking to enhance Snowflake monitoring efficiency...

Simplifying Kubernetes Monitoring with OpenTelemetry and OpenObserve

Discover how Opentelemetry & OpenObserve simplifies Kubernetes monitoring. Enhance visibility, performance, and troubleshooting for your Kubernetes Enviornment.

Manas Sharma

December 25, 2024
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End-to-End Guide: Configuring and Monitoring Aerospike with OpenTelemetry Receiver

Learn how to set up and monitor Aerospike using the OpenTelemetry receiver in this comprehensive guide. Includes step-by-step instructions for installation, configuration, and metrics integration with OpenTelemetry for efficient Aerospike database monitoring.

End-to-End Guide: Configuring and Monitoring Zookeeper with OpenTelemetry Receiver

Learn how to set up and monitor ZooKeeper using the OpenTelemetry receiver in this comprehensive guide. Includes step-by-step instructions for installation, configuration, and metrics integration with OpenTelemetry for efficient ZooKeeper monitoring.

Falco Security: Your Ultimate Tool for Securing Kubernetes Clusters

Discover how Falco Container Security enhances Kubernetes cluster protection by detecting threats in real time. Learn its features, setup process, and how to integrate Falco with OpenTelemetry for comprehensive security monitoring.

Uptime Monitoring Made Easy: SSL and URL Checks with OpenTelemetry

Learn how to ensure reliable uptime monitoring with SSL and URL checks. Discover the importance of proactive monitoring, set up OpenTelemetry Collector's HTTP Check Receiver and visualize data in OpenObserve dashboards for actionable insights.

Monitor Your SQL Server Performance with OpenTelemetry and OpenObserve

Boost SQL Server performance with OpenTelemetry! Discover top monitoring techniques for seamless database management and enhanced efficiency today

Manas Sharma

December 23, 2024
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How to monitor AWS RDS Logs and events with AWS Cloudwatch and Kinesis Data Firehose

Learn how to set up AWS RDS log ingestion for detailed monitoring and observability. Compare centralized log analysis with OpenObserve vs. traditional methods for optimizing performance, enhancing security, and scaling database insights effectively.

Comprehensive Guide to Monitoring AWS RDS via CloudWatch Metrics and OpenTelemetry

Learn how to monitor AWS RDS metrics efficiently using AWS CloudWatch and OpenTelemetry. This guide covers end-to-end steps, including creating a CloudWatch metric stream, setting up a Kinesis data stream, and ingesting RDS metrics via OpenTelemetry for centralized monitoring. Perfect for managing multiple AWS accounts and ensuring optimal database performance.

Monitor Your Redis Metrics with Opentelemetry and OpenObserve

Discover how to effectively monitor Redis Metrics using the OpenTelemetry Collector. Enhance performance and reliability with our comprehensive guide.

Manas Sharma

December 19, 2024
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How to redact sensitive / PII data in your logs

There are times when you would like to filter logs at source. This blog post shows how to do that when capturing logs using otel-collector.

Prabhat Sharma

December 17, 2024
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Monitor Your PostgreSQL Performance via OpenTelemetry Collector

Monitor PostgreSQL like a pro! Use OpenTelemetry and Openobserve for clear insights into performance metrics. Begin your journey to better monitoring today!

Manas Sharma

December 16, 2024
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How to Monitor Amazon DynamoDB Table via Kinesis Data Streams and Firehose Stream

Learn effective ways to monitor DynamoDB tables using AWS Kinesis Data Streams and Firehose. Enhance your data management strategies today!

Manas Sharma

December 11, 2024
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Unlocking Insights from AWS Route 53 Logs: A Complete Guide

Learn how to enable AWS Route 53 query logging, transform logs with VRL, and build dashboards for actionable insights. Unlock DNS traffic analysis and optimize performance with this step-by-step guide."

Unveiling Microsoft 365 Insights: From Diagnostics to Actionable Observability

Discover how to effectively monitor Microsoft 365 logs, including AuditLogs, SignInLogs, Non-Interactive User SignInLogs, RiskyUsers, UserRiskEvents, ProvisioningLogs, NetworkAccessTrafficLogs, and RiskyServicePrincipals. This guide explores setting up robust log monitoring to enhance security, track critical events, ensure compliance, and gain actionable insights into your Microsoft 365 environment.

Monitoring CloudFront Access Logs with Kinesis Streams & Amazon Data Firehose: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to set up real-time monitoring for CloudFront access logs using AWS Kinesis Streams and Firehose. This guide walks you through configuring CloudFront logging, creating Lambda transformations, and visualizing data in OpenObserve for performance optimization, security monitoring, and actionable insights.

Comprehensive Guide to AWS WAF: Logging, Monitoring, and Visualization

Learn how to set up and monitor AWS WAF logs for enhanced security. This comprehensive guide covers AWS WAF configuration, waf logs, automated ingestion, dashboards, and best practices for visualization and insights.

How to Configure Email Alerts in OpenObserve: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to configure email alerts in OpenObserve with this step-by-step guide. Set up Gmail SMTP, create alert templates, and ensure instant notifications for critical system events

How to Monitor AWS API Gateway Access Logs via Kinesis Data Firehose and Openobserve

Discover the importance of log monitoring for API performance, step-by-step instructions on setting up a Lambda function, creating a REST API, and configuring Kinesis Firehose for seamless log streaming.

Manas Sharma

November 30, 2024
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OpenVPN Connect Logs: Streamlining Ingestion with AWS and Building Security Dashboards

Learn how to automate OpenVPN Connect or OpenVPN Client log ingestion into OpenObserve using AWS services like S3, SNS, and Lambda. Build scalable pipelines and security dashboards for real-time observability and enhanced insights.

Exploring osquery Daemon and Shell on Linux for Logging and Observability

Learn how to use osquery daemon and shell on Linux for logging and observability. Discover how osquery works, its configuration, and how to analyze logs for enhanced system monitoring and security.

A Complete Guide on How to Stream and Analyze AWS CloudWatch Logs Using Amazon Kinesis Firehose

Learn how to send AWS CloudWatch Logs to Amazon Kinesis Firehose with this step-by-step guide. Discover real-time log streaming, analysis techniques, and integration best practices to optimize cloud monitoring and performance.

Beginner’s Guide: How to Send AWS CloudWatch Logs to S3 via Kinesis Firehose

Learn how to send AWS CloudWatch logs to S3 using Kinesis Firehose in this beginner-friendly guide. Step-by-step instructions for seamless log streaming and storage

What is AWS CloudTrail? How to Monitor CloudTrail Logs and Data Events for Real-Time Insights

Learn what AWS CloudTrail is and how to monitor CloudTrail logs and data events in real-time. Using a CloudFormation stack, deploy roles for Lambda functions, Kinesis Data Firehose, and policies to seamlessly send AWS CloudTrail logs, data events, and more to OpenObserve for analysis.

How to Monitor AWS Events Using Amazon EventBridge (CloudWatch Events)

Discover how to monitor AWS events using Amazon EventBridge and OpenObserve. Learn to set up a real-time event pipeline, simulate events, and create powerful visualizations for cloud environments.

How to Monitor AWS Lambda Logs Using CloudWatch & Kinesis Firehose

Learn how to monitor AWS Lambda logs using CloudWatch, Kinesis Firehose, and OpenObserve for performance tracking and error detection.

Comprehensive Guide to Integrating AWS CloudWatch Logs with Amazon Kinesis Firehose

Learn how to integrate AWS CloudWatch Logs with Amazon Kinesis Firehose for seamless, real-time log streaming and management. This step-by-step guide covers the benefits, setup, and verification of logs in OpenObserve, ensuring efficient monitoring, troubleshooting, and improved AWS log management. Perfect for DevOps engineers looking to streamline their log management strategy in the cloud.

Understanding JSON Logging and Analysis

Explore JSON logging, a structured, searchable log format that offers machine and human readability, and fosters true observability.

Manas Sharma

November 18, 2024
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What is JumpCloud and How JumpCloud Directory Insights Help Customize Security Reports for Advanced Monitoring

Learn what JumpCloud is and how JumpCloud Directory Insights helps customize security reports. Discover how to forward JumpCloud logs to AWS S3 and use AWS Lambda to ingest them into OpenObserve for enhanced security observability.

Monitor AWS EC2 Logs and Metrics with OpenTelemetry

Learn how to monitor AWS EC2 logs and metrics using OpenTelemetry. Set up real-time and continuous monitoring for performance, security, and compliance.

A Comprehensive Guide to Distributed Tracing: From Basics to Beyond

Discover the essentials of distributed tracing, from core concepts to implementation. Learn how to visualize and analyze trace data, pinpoint bottlenecks, and optimize your microservices architecture with OpenObserve.

Enhancing Kubernetes Metrics Collection With Opentelemetry and Prometheus

Enhance your Kubernetes observability using OpenTelemetry and Prometheus. TargetAllocator optimizes target discovery, ensuring reliable monitoring in dynamic settings.

Manas Sharma

November 13, 2024
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Error Handling With Opentelemetry Python SDK: A Step-by-Step Guide

Enhance your understanding of error handling in Python with OpenTelemetry. This detailed guide offers step-by-step instructions to use Global Error Handler in Otel Python SDK.

Manas Sharma

November 13, 2024
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Mastering Windows IIS Logging: A Comprehensive Beginner's Guide

Learn everything about Windows IIS logging, from setup and configuration to log collection and parsing. Enhance your understanding and improve your IIS log management with step-by-step instructions and practical examples.

What You Need to Know About Prometheus Metrics: Architecture, Collection, and Optimization for Scalable Observability

Discover everything you need to know about Prometheus metrics, from its architecture and setting up efficient metrics collection to optimizing and visualizing data for scalable observability. This guide covers how to leverage Prometheus for insightful monitoring, making it easier to ensure system performance and reliability at scale. Perfect for DevOps engineers and observability enthusiasts, this blog provides actionable insights on maximizing Prometheus capabilities to enhance your infrastructure...

How to Monitor Nginx in Real-Time: Step-by-Step Guide for Tracking Logs, Metrics, and Performance Insights

Learn how to monitor Nginx logs in real-time with this step-by-step guide, covering essential techniques for tracking logs, metrics, and performance insights. Discover best practices to optimize Nginx performance, troubleshoot issues faster, and ensure high availability by gaining actionable visibility into your web server’s health.

How to Monitor Jenkins Pipelines with OpenTelemetry and OpenObserve

Learn how to monitor Jenkins pipelines effectively with this comprehensive guide on integrating OpenTelemetry and OpenObserve. Discover step-by-step instructions for capturing Jenkins logs, metrics, and traces to enhance CI/CD observability and optimize pipeline performance.

How Can You Store and Monitor Ansible Logs Effortlessly?

Learn how to store and monitor Ansible logs effortlessly with this step-by-step guide. Discover best practices for Ansible log management, setup instructions, and tips for using Fluent Bit to centralize logs for real-time monitoring and troubleshooting.

Tracing Made Easy: A Beginner's Guide to Jaeger and Distributed Systems

Discover the essential guide to Jaeger and learn how distributed tracing can elevate your modern applications. Ideal for DevOps professionals and developers, this guide unlocks insights for better performance, troubleshooting, and system optimization.

How to Generate and Ingest Terraform Logs for Observability and Analysis

Learn how to generate, configure, and ingest Terraform logs with Fluent Bit to OpenObserve. This step-by-step guide covers essential logging for auditing, troubleshooting, and optimizing your infrastructure, ensuring comprehensive visibility and compliance in your infrastructure-as-code deployments.

How to Enhance AWS VPC Flow Logs with Reverse DNS Resolution Using VRL

Learn how to enhance AWS VPC Flow Logs by adding reverse DNS resolution using Vector Remap Language (VRL). This guide provides a step-by-step approach to implementing reverse DNS lookups, enriching log data with domain information for improved network visibility and security insights.

What's New in OpenObserve v0.13.1-rc1

Discover the latest release of OpenObserve, version 0.13.1-rc1! Enjoy faster search speeds, advanced dashboard features, enhanced alerting with multiple time range and VRL support, and optimized performance. Experience next-level observability with these powerful updates and more in OpenObserve 0.13.1-rc1.

Manas Sharma

November 1, 2024
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Efficient Kubernetes Log Streaming: Real-time Insights for DevOps

Unlock real-time insights for DevOps with efficient Kubernetes log streaming. Discover how to streamline logging and enhance observability for optimized performance and rapid troubleshooting in Kubernetes environments.

Supercharge Your User Experience: Real User Monitoring (RUM) and Frontend Performance Metrics

Explore the importance of Real User Monitoring (RUM) and learn how OpenObserve enhances RUM with powerful observability features. This guide walks you through building a React User Portal and integrating OpenObserve RUM to track frontend performance metrics and user interactions for optimized insights.

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