Application Performance Management (APM) in the Digital Enterprise


Book Description

Application Performance Management (APM) in the Digital Enterprise enables IT professionals to be more successful in managing their company's applications. It explores the fundamentals of application management, examines how the latest technological trends impact application management, and provides best practices for responding to these changes. The recent surge in the use of containers as a way to simplify management and deploy applications has created new challenges, and the convergence of containerization, cloud, mobile, virtualization, analytics, and automation is reshaping the requirements for application management. This book serves as a guide for understanding these dramatic changes and how they impact the management of applications, showing how to create a management strategy, define the underlying processes and standards, and how to select the appropriate tools to enable management processes. - Offers a complete framework for implementing effective application management using clear tips and solutions for those responsible for application management - Draws upon primary research to give technologists a current understanding of the latest technologies and processes needed to more effectively manage large-scale applications - Includes real-world case studies and business justifications that support application management investments




Datadog Cloud Monitoring Quick Start Guide


Book Description

A comprehensive guide to rolling out Datadog to monitor infrastructure and applications running in both cloud and datacenter environments Key FeaturesLearn Datadog to proactively monitor your infrastructure and cloud servicesUse Datadog as a platform for aggregating monitoring efforts in your organizationLeverage Datadog's alerting service to implement on-call and site reliability engineering (SRE) processesBook Description Datadog is an essential cloud monitoring and operational analytics tool which enables the monitoring of servers, virtual machines, containers, databases, third-party tools, and application services. IT and DevOps teams can easily leverage Datadog to monitor infrastructure and cloud services, and this book will show you how. The book starts by describing basic monitoring concepts and types of monitoring that are rolled out in a large-scale IT production engineering environment. Moving on, the book covers how standard monitoring features are implemented on the Datadog platform and how they can be rolled out in a real-world production environment. As you advance, you'll discover how Datadog is integrated with popular software components that are used to build cloud platforms. The book also provides details on how to use monitoring standards such as Java Management Extensions (JMX) and StatsD to extend the Datadog platform. Finally, you'll get to grips with monitoring fundamentals, learn how monitoring can be rolled out using Datadog proactively, and find out how to extend and customize the Datadog platform. By the end of this Datadog book, you will have gained the skills needed to monitor your cloud infrastructure and the software applications running on it using Datadog. What you will learnUnderstand monitoring fundamentals, including metrics, monitors, alerts, and thresholdsImplement core monitoring requirements using Datadog featuresExplore Datadog's integration with cloud platforms and toolsExtend Datadog using custom scripting and standards such as JMX and StatsDDiscover how proactive monitoring can be rolled out using various Datadog featuresUnderstand how Datadog can be used to monitor microservices in both Docker and Kubernetes environmentsGet to grips with advanced Datadog features such as APM and Security MonitoringWho this book is for This book is for DevOps engineers, site reliability engineers (SREs), IT Production engineers, software developers and architects, cloud engineers, system administrators, and anyone looking to monitor and visualize their infrastructure and applications with Datadog. Basic working knowledge of cloud and infrastructure is useful. Working experience of Linux distribution and some scripting knowledge is required to fully take advantage of the material provided in the book.




Mastering Non-Functional Requirements


Book Description

This book covers the most critical 24 NFRs that are applicable to IT applications and systems. About This Book Explains three stages of nonfunctional requirements, that is, analysis, architecture, and assessment In-depth knowledge of NFR framework and taxonomy that provides guidance around the modelling phase for the NFRs Coverage of 24 critical and pivotal NFRs, including the analysis, architecture, and assessment. Who This Book Is For The primary audience for this title are the gamut of roles starting from IT consultant to chief architects who are responsible to deliver strategic, tactical, and operational engagements for fortune 100 customers worldwide. Nonfunctional requirements are the key to any software / IT program. They cannot be overlooked or ignored. The book provides a comprehensive approach from analysis, architecture, and measurement of nonfunctional requirements. The book includes considerations for bespoke (Java, .Net, and COTS applications). These are applicable to IT applications from various domains. The book outlines the methodology for capturing the NFRs and also describes a framework that can be leveraged by analysts and architects for tackling NFRs for various engagements. The audience for this book include business analysts, enterprise architects, business architects, solution architects, technical architects/designers, domain/security/integration architects, software developers, support engineers and test engineers, technical project managers, project leads/technical leads/technical project managers, and students from the computer science/IT stream What You Will Learn Learn techniques related to the analysis, architecture, and monitoring of NFRs Understand the various tools, techniques, and processes in order to improve the overall quality of the desired outcomes Embrace the best practices of architecting, metrics, and success factors for NFRs Identify the common pitfalls to be avoided and the patterns to leverage Understand taxonomy and framework for NFRs Learn the design guidelines for architecting applications and systems relating to NFRs Abstract different methodologies to analyze and gather NFRs In Detail Non-functional Requirements are key to any software/IT program and cannot be overlooked or ignored. This book provides a comprehensive approach to the analysis, architecture, and measurement of NFRs. It includes considerations for bespoke Java, .NET, and COTS applications that are applicable to IT applications/systems in different domains. The book outlines the methodology for capturing the NFRs and also describes a framework that can be leveraged by analysts and architects for tackling NFRs for various engagements. This book starts off by explaining the various KPIs, taxonomies, and methods for identifying NFRs. Learn the design guidelines for architecting applications and systems relating to NFRs and design principles to achieve the desired outcome. We will then move on to various key tiers/layers and patterns pertaining to the business, database, and integrating tiers. After this, we will dive deep into the topics pertaining to techniques related to monitoring and measurement of NFRs, such as sizing, analytical modeling, and quality assurance. Lastly, we end the book by describing some pivotal NFRs and checklists for the software quality attributes related to the business, application, data, and infrastructure domains. Style and approach The book takes a pragmatic approach, describing various techniques related to the analysis of NFRs, the architecture of NFRs, and assessment of NFRs.




Mastering OpenTelemetry and Observability


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Discover the power of open source observability for your enterprise environment In Mastering Observability and OpenTelemetry: Enhancing Application and Infrastructure Performance and Avoiding Outages, accomplished engineering leader and open source contributor Steve Flanders unlocks the secrets of enterprise application observability with a comprehensive guide to OpenTelemetry (OTel). Explore how OTel transforms observability, providing a robust toolkit for capturing and analyzing telemetry data across your environment. You will learn how OTel delivers unmatched flexibility, extensibility, and vendor neutrality, freeing you from vendor lock-in and enabling data sovereignty and portability. You will also discover: Comprehensive coverage of observability issues and technology: Dive deep into the world of observability and gain a comprehensive understanding of observability fundamentals with practical insights and real-world use cases. Practical guidance: From instrumentation techniques to advanced tracing strategies, gain the skills needed to create highly observable systems. Learn how to deploy and configure OTel, even in challenging brownfield environments, with step-by-step instructions and hands-on exercises. An opportunity for community contributions and communication: Join the OTel community, including end-users, vendors, and cloud providers, and shape the future of observability while connecting with experts and peers. Whether you are a novice or a seasoned professional, Mastering Observability and OpenTelemetry is your roadmap to troubleshooting availability and performance problems by learning to detect anomalies, interpret data, and proactively optimize performance in your enterprise environment. Embark on your journey to observability mastery today!




Implementing Enterprise Observability for Success


Book Description

Unlock your organizational potential and scale your business using observability with this information packed guide Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook Key Features Learn the principles of identifying stakeholders, tools, and processes necessary for implementing observability Develop strategies to self-sustain the observability journey in the long run Learn with real-life case studies to set up observability for your enterprise Book Description Observability can be implemented in multiple ways within an organization based on the organization's needs. So, it's crucial for organizations to decide whether they need observability and to what extent, what skills and tools will suit them, and how long will it take to implement it. Implementing Enterprise Observability for Success provides a step-by-step approach to help you create an observability strategy, understand the principles behind the creation of the strategy, and logical steps to plan and execute the implementation. You'll learn about observability fundamentals and challenges, the importance of data and analytics along with different tools. Further, you'll discover the various layers from which data should be collected for setting up observability. Through real- life examples distilled from the author's experience in implementing observability at an enterprise level, you'll uncover some of the non-technical & technical drivers of observability like the culture of the organization, the hierarchy of stakeholders, tools at disposal and the willingness to invest. By the end of this book, you'll be well-equipped to plan the observability journey, identify different stakeholders, spot the technology stack required, and lay out an effective plan for organization-wide adoption. What you will learn Understand observability fundamentals from scratch Get to grips with common challenges in implementing observability Segregate organizations according to their size for implementing observability Leverage analytics to better understand the value of collected data Explore best practices from case studies to smoothen your observability journey Understand the Observability Maturity Model and the essential people skills necessary to attain each maturity level Who this book is for This book is for technology leaders, architects, and initiative leads looking to enhance monitoring and/or implementing observability. Engineers, developers, and professionals already working on monitoring and analytics or are responsible for scaling the observability implementation across multiple teams or at an organizational level can also benefit from this book. A deep understanding of monitoring concepts, general knowledge of IT systems and processes along with familiarity with working across various stakeholders is required.




Creating Scalable Cloud Solutions: with Spring Boot and Cloud Foundry


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"Creating Scalable Cloud Solutions: with Spring Boot and Cloud Foundry" offers a comprehensive guide to mastering the development and deployment of cloud-native applications. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to the cloud-native landscape, this book provides the essential knowledge and skills needed to leverage the power of Spring Boot and Cloud Foundry. Starting with the fundamentals of cloud-native principles and architecture, this book dives into practical, hands-on techniques for creating, securing, and deploying microservices-based applications that are scalable, resilient, and easily manageable. Learn how to design RESTful web services, effectively access and manage data, and secure your applications with Spring Security. Explore the deployment and management of applications on Cloud Foundry, understanding services, routing, and the marketplace. With a focus on real-world practices, "Creating Scalable Cloud Solutions: with Spring Boot and Cloud Foundry" guides you through setting up continuous integration and deployment pipelines that automate testing and updates, ensuring high-quality software delivery. Discover best practices for monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting to maintain and optimize your cloud-native applications. This book is an indispensable resource for developers looking to navigate the cloud-native universe with confidence. By the end, you'll be equipped with the expertise to craft robust, efficient cloud-native applications that meet the demands of today's digital world. Join us on this journey to transform your development process and bring your applications to the cloud with ease.




Mastering Docker Containers: From Development to Deployment


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Dive into the world of containers with "Mastering Docker Containers: From Development to Deployment," your comprehensive guide to mastering Docker, the revolutionary technology that has reshaped software development and deployment. This expertly crafted book is designed for developers, DevOps professionals, and systems administrators who are familiar with the basics of Docker and looking to elevate their skills to the next level. Spanning from foundational concepts to complex advanced topics, this book covers the entire spectrum of Docker functionalities and best practices. Explore chapters dedicated to image creation, optimization, networking, data management, security, debugging, monitoring, and the pivotal role of Docker in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) processes. Each chapter is meticulously structured to provide in-depth knowledge, practical tips, and best practices, ensuring you gain a comprehensive understanding of Docker's capabilities and how to leverage them in real-world scenarios. Whether you aim to optimize your development workflows, secure your containerized applications, or implement scalable CI/CD pipelines, this book provides the insights and guidance needed to achieve proficiency in Docker operations. Empower yourself to efficiently manage and deploy containerized applications with confidence. 'Mastering Docker Containers: From Development to Deployment' is the essential resource for professionals seeking to harness the full potential of Docker in modern software environments.







Site Reliability Engineering


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The overwhelming majority of a software system’s lifespan is spent in use, not in design or implementation. So, why does conventional wisdom insist that software engineers focus primarily on the design and development of large-scale computing systems? In this collection of essays and articles, key members of Google’s Site Reliability Team explain how and why their commitment to the entire lifecycle has enabled the company to successfully build, deploy, monitor, and maintain some of the largest software systems in the world. You’ll learn the principles and practices that enable Google engineers to make systems more scalable, reliable, and efficient—lessons directly applicable to your organization. This book is divided into four sections: Introduction—Learn what site reliability engineering is and why it differs from conventional IT industry practices Principles—Examine the patterns, behaviors, and areas of concern that influence the work of a site reliability engineer (SRE) Practices—Understand the theory and practice of an SRE’s day-to-day work: building and operating large distributed computing systems Management—Explore Google's best practices for training, communication, and meetings that your organization can use




Continuous Deployment for Java Apps: Mastering Jenkins and Docker


Book Description

"Continuous Deployment for Java Apps: Mastering Jenkins and Docker" is an indispensable guide for software developers, DevOps engineers, and IT professionals aiming to enhance their proficiency in cutting-edge deployment technologies. This comprehensive resource delves deeply into continuous deployment, with a special focus on Java applications and harnessing the capabilities of Jenkins and Docker—two pivotal tools in the modern DevOps landscape. The book provides a complete walkthrough—from setting up a robust development environment to mastering containerization and automation. You will learn how to prepare, build, test, and deploy Java applications seamlessly. Each chapter offers meticulous guidance on configuring Jenkins for automation, building Docker containers optimized for Java, managing staging environments, and addressing many other critical aspects. Whether you are a developer seeking to streamline your deployment process, a DevOps engineer responsible for creating automated pipelines, or an IT manager overseeing comprehensive software operations, this book equips you to implement effective and efficient continuous deployment practices. Emphasizing best practices, potential pitfalls, and advanced topics, the knowledge you gain from this book will elevate your skill set and enable you to transform your organization’s deployment strategy fundamentally. Reinforce your learning, adopt innovative methodologies, and drive your projects to success with "Continuous Deployment for Java Apps: Mastering Jenkins and Docker."