Observability for ecommerce platforms

Observability platforms provide insights about the performance and behaviour of software systems in order to help developers troubleshoot issues and improve the design of their applications.

These platforms use data-collection mechanisms such as application performance monitoring (APM), logging, and tracing to gather data about system activity. This data is then processed and made available to developers in a form that makes it easy to identify and diagnose problems.

Observability platforms can play an important role in improving the quality and stability of software systems. By providing insights into the behaviour of the system, developers can identify and address problems before they cause major issues. Additionally, the use of observability platforms can help developers to improve the design of their applications, making them more reliable and easier to maintain.

There are a number of different observability platforms available, each with its own set of features. Some of the more popular platforms include:

• New Relic
• Splunk
• DataDog
• AppDynamics.

It is important to choose a platform that meets the specific needs of your organization. The benefits of using an observability platform can be significant, but it is important to remember that these platforms require time and effort to set up and configure correctly. Additionally, the data collected by these platforms can be voluminous and difficult to interpret. It is important to have a plan for how this data will be used and to have the necessary resources in place to make use of it.

The alternative solution would be a mix where you use custom made available tools in order to aggregate data and visualize it.

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