https://github.com/open-telemetry/opentelemetry-erlang-contrib
What is OpenTelemetry?
OpenTelemetry is an open-source observability framework that provides a vendor-agnostic way to instrument applications for monitoring and tracing purposes. The framework offers a range of components and libraries that can be used to collect and report metrics, logs, and traces from applications. By leveraging OpenTelemetry, developers can gain a deeper understanding of their application's behavior, identify performance bottlenecks, and make data-driven decisions to optimize their systems.
OpenTelemetry in Erlang and Elixir
The OpenTelemetry project provides a range of libraries and tools for Erlang and Elixir developers to instrument their applications. The open-telemetry-erlang-contrib repository, available on GitHub, offers a set of pre-built instrumentation libraries for Erlang and Elixir. These libraries provide a simple and easy-to-use interface for collecting and reporting metrics, logs, and traces from Erlang and Elixir applications.
Benefits of Using OpenTelemetry in Erlang and Elixir
There are several benefits to using OpenTelemetry in Erlang and Elixir applications. Some of the key advantages include:
- Improved Monitoring and Troubleshooting: By leveraging OpenTelemetry, developers can gain a deeper understanding of their application's behavior and identify performance bottlenecks more easily.
- Increased Visibility: OpenTelemetry provides a vendor-agnostic way to collect and report metrics, logs, and traces from applications, giving developers a more complete picture of system performance.
- Better Data-Driven Decision Making: By leveraging OpenTelemetry, developers can make data-driven decisions to optimize their systems and improve overall performance.
Getting Started with OpenTelemetry in Erlang and Elixir
To get started with OpenTelemetry in Erlang and Elixir, developers can follow these steps:
- Install the OpenTelemetry library: Install the OpenTelemetry library for Erlang and Elixir using the instructions provided in the open-telemetry-erlang-contrib repository.
- Instrument Your Application: Use the OpenTelemetry library to instrument your Erlang and Elixir applications and collect metrics, logs, and traces.
- Configure OpenTelemetry: Configure OpenTelemetry to report metrics, logs, and traces to a compatible backend, such as a monitoring system or logging platform.