Release v2.1: Performance & Scalability Improvements, Configurable Alert Repeat Notifications & more

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Dec 23, 2024

The Netdata Team is very excited to introduce you to Netdata v2.1 and to all the new features and improvements in the new version.

RELEASE HIGHLIGHTS:

Major Performance and Scalability Improvements
This release significantly enhances Netdata's performance and streaming capabilities, with particular focus on multi-parent infrastructures:

Optimized CPU Usage: Streamlined ML model distribution and improved thread management reduce CPU utilization by 30–50% in parent-child setups.
Smarter Memory Management: New features prevent out-of-memory situations while maximizing cache usage for better query performance.
Enhanced Multi-Parent Scalability: Improved load balancing and connection handling for more stable operation at scale.
Optimized Query Processing: Prioritized handling of user queries ensures responsive experience even under heavy load.

Cloud: Automated Room Assignment with Label-Based Rules
Netdata Cloud Dashboard introduces node membership rules—a powerful new feature that transforms how you organize your infrastructure monitoring:

Dynamic Room Assignment: Nodes are automatically placed into relevant rooms based on their host labels, eliminating manual organization.
Rule-Based Management: Create flexible rules using host labels to define where nodes belong, ensuring consistent organization.
Scale-Ready Architecture: As your infrastructure grows, new nodes are automatically sorted into appropriate rooms, maintaining clean monitoring structure.

Cloud: Configurable Alert Repeat Notifications
Netdata Cloud enhances alert management with customizable notification repeats:

Custom Repeat Intervals: Set how often you want to be reminded about ongoing alerts for each notification channel.
Automated Follow-ups: Receive automatic notification repeats for unresolved alerts based on your specified timeframe.
Channel-Specific Settings: Configure different repeat frequencies for each integration to match your workflow.

Cloud: Pin Your Essential Charts with Dashboard Favorites
Netdata Cloud Dashboard introduces favorites pinning for faster access to your critical monitoring views:

One-Click Pinning: Select and pin your most important charts and sections directly from the dashboard.
Quick-Access Organization: Pinned items appear at the top of your Table of Contents for instant visibility.

Dynamic Configuration: Bulk Operations for Collectors and Alerts
Dynamic Configuration in Netdata now supports bulk operations on monitoring settings. You can perform the following operations on multiple collector jobs and health checks at once: