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From Dev to Prod: Debugging in Next.js

Debugging. It’s a critical skill for all developers. And when you’re building a dynamic, high-performance application with Next.js, Chrome DevTools, and console.log() aren’t always enough. There are more effective and structured ways to debug Next.js apps as they scale. You will also find practical tips from our Next.js debugging workshop sprinkled throughout. Also, while this guide is focused primarily on Next.js, there is a similar guide for debugging React apps here.

Honeybadger and ilert: smart incident response

We're thrilled to announce a native integration with ilert, combining Honeybadger's full-stack application monitoring with ilert's real-time alert routing and on-call management platform. ilert handles alert routing, escalations, and on-call scheduling, ensuring critical issues always reach the right person at the right time.

Open source at Grafana Labs: 2024 year in review

Open source has always been the bedrock for everything we build here at Grafana Labs, going all the way back to Grafana creator Torkel Ödegaard’s first commit in December 2013. Ten years after Grafana Labs was founded, open source continued to be our driving force as we worked to develop and evolve our core OSS tools and technologies in 2024.

MongoDB vs. MySQL

Choosing a database is no easy feat. You must consider your organization’s current requirements and anticipate its future needs. Also, there are plenty of databases to choose from, and each type has its pros, cons, and use cases. To help you decide, we’re diving into a MongoDB vs. MySQL comparison in this article. We’ll review each database to help you decide which one might meet your needs.

Observability in the Age of AI

This post was written by Charity Majors and Phillip Carter. In May of 2023, we released the Honeycomb Query Assistant, an LLM-backed feature that lets engineers use natural language to generate and execute queries against their telemetry data. Instead of having to master a domain-specific query language, you can simply type in things like “slow endpoints by status code” and the Query Assistant will generate a relevant Honeycomb query for you to iterate on.

Why website monitoring is essential for building digital trust

Your website: it's where your customers connect with you. It's the digital embodiment of your brand, the 24/7 ambassador communicating your value and building crucial relationships. But what if that vital communication channel breaks down? Slowdowns, outages, and especially security breaches can instantly erode customer trust, inflicting lasting damage on your reputation and revenue.

Network compliance and automation, IPAM, Cisco ACI monitoring, and more-key achievements in network monitoring: 2024

At Site24x7, we’ve always been about simplifying the complex and empowering IT teams to do more with less. This year was no different; we rolled out a host of new features and enhancements designed to help you manage your networks with greater confidence and ease. From streamlining compliance processes to enhancing visibility and automation, 2024 has been all about addressing your most pressing network challenges.