Use the Observability, Luke! - Implementing Effective Monitoring in Cloud Services

Explore the fundamentals of observability in cloud computing through this conference talk from Conf42 Observability 2023. Delve into the importance of structured logs, metrics, and traces in modern monitoring practices. Learn about the cultural shift towards observability and its implementation in various service models. Discover practical examples using AWS Lambda, including how to enable X-Ray, Lambda Insights, and API Gateway logs. Gain insights into using AWS Lambda Powertools for instrumenting traces, metrics, and logging. Understand the concept of context in observability and its significance in creating an intelligent monitoring foundation. Acquire knowledge about relevant tools and resources to further enhance your observability skills.

intro
preface
how good is your monitoring?
about pawel
less visibility
why?
iaas, paas, saas faas
cultural shift
structured logs
standard log line - example
structurized message - example
...log line - example
it is a good start
elements
logs
metrics
traces
context!
context in observability
meal - intelligent monitoring foundation
tech stack - aws lambda
issues?
aws sam
standard template
improve! enable x-ray lambda
the effect
enable lambda insights
enable api gateway logs
custom log format
logged request
contributor insights
aws lambda powertools
instrument with traces
instrument with metrics
instrument with logging
implement it by yourself qr code
where to go now?
tools
let's discuss, stay in touch!