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November 2024

Optimizing Database Performance with MurmurHash and Atatus Monitoring

Atatus database monitoring takes you to the next level by offering comprehensive tools to track query performance, uncover bottlenecks, and optimize database efficiency. A core feature of our database monitoring is query signatures, where we leverage MurmurHash to generate unique, consistent identifiers for normalized SQL queries. This enables efficient aggregation and analysis of query metrics, even for complex workloads.

OpenTelemetry vs OpenTracing - Key Differences and Migration Path

OpenTelemetry and OpenTracing are two closely connected open-source projects that enhance observability in modern distributed systems. They are designed to instrument application code for generating telemetry data. OpenTelemetry is a comprehensive, vendor-neutral framework that helps capture various types of telemetry data, while OpenTracing focuses specifically on tracing and provides a way to instrument applications for that purpose.

Why Your Application is Slow - The 99% Rule for Performance Problems

If you have ever faced performance issues in an application, whether it's sluggish load times, long processing delays, or poor scalability you have probably been told that optimizing the code or database is the solution. But what does that really mean in practice? A lot of the time, it boils down to one of two causes: either a poorly optimized algorithm (often with quadratic or exponential time complexity) or an inefficient database query.

Top 10 Kibana Alternatives [2024 Guide]

Choosing the right data visualization and analysis platform is essential for gaining valuable insights, and while Kibana is a popular choice in the industry, it may not meet the specific needs of every organization. Whether you are looking for more cost-effective solutions, advanced features, or better scalability, there are several strong alternatives worth considering. In this guide, we will dive into the top 10 Kibana alternatives for 2024, highlighting what each option offers.