Kubernetes Observability FAQs

Question 1

What is Kubernetes Observability?

Accepted Answer

Kubernetes Observability is a tool that provides a unified interface to explore critical Kubernetes data, including metrics, logs, traces, and service graph information, simplifying monitoring and troubleshooting.

Question 2

Which data sources does this tool integrate with?

Accepted Answer

It integrates with Prometheus for metrics, Jaeger for distributed traces, Neo4j for service graph visualization, and the native Kubernetes API for logs and cluster overviews.

Question 3

Can I visualize service dependencies within my cluster?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the tool visualizes service maps and dependencies. It leverages Neo4j to build service graphs based on Jaeger trace data and other relationships, showing how services interact.

Question 4

What kind of information can I retrieve for pods and services?

Accepted Answer

You can retrieve instant and range metrics for pods and services, read and filter their logs, obtain a comprehensive cluster overview, and view trace summaries with detailed information from Jaeger.

Kubernetes Observability

Key Features

Use Cases

Kubernetes Observability

Key Features

Use Cases