Observability Part1— Demystifying MELT Telemetry Data: Metrics, Events, Logs, Traces

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To have a better observability in our system, the first step is to gather performance data. In this article, we will try to understand the four key telemetry data types which we rely on to gain insights into system performance. The acronym that encapsulates these data types is MELT, which stands for Metrics, Events, Logs, and Traces. We will…