Time series data is foundational in almost all applications and services. Even if time series isn’t the focus, like in an IoT sensor data centered application, it appears in monitoring data as metrics, logs, and traces. Because of time series data’s unique characteristics, it’s best served in a time series database. InfluxDB is purpose-built to handle the high volume and velocity of time series ingestion, and perform real-time analytics, alerting, and anomaly detection at scale.
This article was originally published on The New Stack and is reposted here with permission. Here is a brief case study that explores the logistics and motivations that would lead a successful company to spend time and resources completely rewriting the core of their flagship product in Rust. Calling a programming language Rust almost seems like a misnomer. Rust is the brittle byproduct of corrosion — not something that would typically inspire confidence.
DevOps practices in software development have revolutionized the way updates are released. However, many companies entrenched in ITIL practices find it challenging to seamlessly integrate with the DevOps practice of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment (CI/CD). This is because ITIL focuses on stability, which suits older systems, while DevOps is ideal for modern setups with its agile, automated practices.
In the realm of enterprise solutions, Microsoft SharePoint has emerged as a cornerstone for fostering collaboration and managing content. Originating back in 2001, SharePoint has meticulously evolved, aligning itself with the changing dynamics of the corporate world. Today, it stands as a robust platform enabling organizations to create, manage, and share content in a highly secure environment.