What’s the best approach to introducing monitoring and observability?

andy

Hey everyone,

I’m working on a series of guides focused on building monitoring and observability for developers, aimed at gathering app and business insights while simplifying the overall process. I’m just getting started, but I want to ensure that these guides are genuinely helpful.

I’m struggling with what to exclude and how to make the content practical for developers who are diving into this complex topic for the first time. Your experiences and insights would be incredibly valuable in helping me refine these guides.

Could you share any key topics, sub-topics, or lessons learned from your own experience? Anything that helped you could be a great resource for others too!

tara

Keep it straightforward and focused on what matters most: begin with the basics of monitoring—covering metrics, logs, and traces—and the fundamentals of observability, which involve understanding system behavior. Guide developers through setting up essential monitoring tools like Prometheus and Grafana, and show how to integrate logging and tracing with tools like ELK and Jaeger. Emphasize the importance of tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and error rates. Demonstrate how to use these tools to spot issues before they escalate. Avoid deep dives into complex setups or advanced features—focus on practical, actionable steps that deliver immediate value. Prioritize hands-on learning over theory.