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Ep. #77, Observability 2.0 and Beyond with Jeremy Morrell
Jan 15, 2025
Jeremy Morrell, a Principal Engineer at Cloudflare and former leader of the observability team at Heroku, shares his insights on OpenTelemetry and the evolving landscape of observability. He discusses the significance of standardization in engineering to optimize workflow. The conversation covers the importance of real-time data accessibility, structured logging, and the benefits of public writing for community knowledge sharing. Morrell emphasizes a culture of curiosity and safe experimentation for enhancing efficiency in software development.
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Quick takeaways
- OpenTelemetry serves as a crucial standard in software development, simplifying data collection across various observability tools for better integration.
- The shift to Observability 2.0 focuses on structured logs, enhancing engineers' ability to analyze data and proactively address potential performance issues.
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The Significance of Standards in Engineering
Standards play a crucial role in engineering by ensuring compatibility and usability across various systems and products. They facilitate societal investments by enabling cost-effective manufacturing and distribution processes. For instance, the ability to buy standard-sized bolts globally at low prices demonstrates how standards streamline production and supply chains. In software, having a standard like OpenTelemetry allows teams to collect data efficiently across different observability tools, reducing the learning curve and fostering progress in software development.
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