Getting Started with Prometheus from Pluralsight

Prometheus is the preferred monitoring tool for containers, but it works just as well in any environment. This course will teach you how to get up and running with Prometheus and add a consistent monitoring approach to all your apps and servers.

Prometheus is a cross-platform monitoring tool that lets you collect metrics from servers, containers, and applications and work with them all in the same way. In this course, Getting Started with Prometheus, you'll learn why it's such a popular approach to monitoring and how you can start bringing it into your organization. First, you'll learn about the architecture of Prometheus and how it uses a pull model to collect metrics from many targets. Then, you'll explore how to produce metrics from Linux and Windows servers using an exporter utility and from applications using a client library, and how to configure Prometheus to fetch those metrics. Finally, you'll discover the query language PromQL, how you can use it to track the changes in metrics over time, and visualize all the metrics in a dashboard. When you've finished with the course, you’ll have the basic skills and knowledge of Prometheus needed to run a trial and evaluate it for your organization.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Understanding How Prometheus Works

Running and Configuring Prometheus

Querying Metrics with PromQL

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Helps learners bring consistency to monitoring apps and servers

Involves instructors who are recognized for their expertise

Helps teach the basics of Prometheus for beginning users

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Getting Started with Prometheus with these activities:

Organize and synthesize your course notes, assignments, and materials

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Taking the time to organize and synthesize your course materials will help you retain and recall key concepts, making it easier to apply what you've learned.

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Review your notes and identify key concepts and themes
Create a table or outline to structure your materials
Summarize and rewrite key sections in your own words
Identify any gaps in your understanding and seek additional resources to fill them

Join a study group or online forum focused on Prometheus

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Engaging with peers in a study group or online forum will provide opportunities for knowledge sharing, problem-solving, and staying up-to-date with the latest Prometheus developments.

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Search for Prometheus study groups or online forums
Join a community that aligns with your interests and learning goals
Participate in discussions, ask questions, and share your own experiences
Collaborate with other members on projects or learning initiatives

Explore examples of queries using PromQL

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Practice using PromQL to extract insights from metrics will strengthen your understanding of how to monitor and analyze system performance.

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Find a set of example metrics or create your own using the Prometheus Tutorial
Use the PromQL documentation to learn about different query operators and functions
Write a series of queries to answer specific questions about the metrics
Share your queries with others and discuss the results

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Configure Prometheus to collect metrics from a specific application

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By following a guided tutorial to configure Prometheus for a specific application, you will gain hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of the configuration process.

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Choose an application you want to monitor
Find a tutorial or documentation that explains how to configure Prometheus for that application
Follow the steps in the tutorial to configure Prometheus
Verify that Prometheus is collecting metrics from the application

Set up a Prometheus monitoring system for a small-scale environment

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Building a small-scale Prometheus monitoring system will provide you with practical experience in implementing and managing a monitoring solution.

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Gather the necessary hardware and software resources
Install and configure Prometheus and its components
Configure targets for Prometheus to scrape metrics from
Set up alerts and notifications
Monitor the system and make adjustments as needed

Create a dashboard to visualize Prometheus metrics

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Developing a dashboard will allow you to present and analyze metrics in a user-friendly and visually appealing way, enhancing your ability to monitor and understand system performance.

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Choose a dashboarding tool that integrates with Prometheus
Design the layout and structure of your dashboard
Add graphs, charts, and other visualization elements to display metrics
Configure alerts and notifications for critical metrics
Share the dashboard with others for collaboration and feedback

Participate in a workshop on advanced Prometheus techniques

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Attending a workshop will provide you with in-depth knowledge and practical skills in utilizing advanced Prometheus techniques to enhance your monitoring capabilities.

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Research and identify relevant Prometheus workshops
Register for a workshop that aligns with your learning goals
Attend the workshop and actively participate in discussions and exercises
Implement the techniques learned from the workshop in your own monitoring environment

Contribute to the Prometheus open-source project

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Participating in the Prometheus open-source project will provide you with hands-on experience in contributing to a real-world monitoring solution, deepening your understanding of its architecture and codebase.

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Familiarize yourself with the Prometheus codebase and community guidelines
Identify an area where you can make a meaningful contribution
Create a pull request with your proposed changes
Collaborate with the Prometheus maintainers to refine and merge your contribution

Career center

Learners who complete Getting Started with Prometheus will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Monitoring Engineer

A Monitoring Engineer is responsible for monitoring the performance and health of computer systems. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining monitoring systems, as well as analyzing data to identify trends and patterns. This course will be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your systems, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Site Reliability Engineer

A Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) is responsible for the reliability and performance of a website or application. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring the system, identifying and resolving performance issues, and implementing improvements to the system's reliability. This course will be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your website or application, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Performance Engineer

A Performance Engineer is responsible for improving the performance of software systems. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, as well as implementing performance optimizations. This course will be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance of your systems, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Capacity Planner

A Capacity Planner is responsible for ensuring that your organization has the resources it needs to meet its business objectives. In this role, you will be responsible for forecasting demand for resources, and planning and implementing capacity expansions. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the utilization of your resources, and identify and resolve capacity issues.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. In this role, you will be responsible for automating the software development and deployment process, as well as monitoring the performance and health of your systems. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your systems, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Cloud Engineer

A Cloud Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of cloud computing systems. In this role, you will be responsible for provisioning and managing cloud resources, as well as monitoring the performance and security of your cloud systems. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your cloud systems, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Security Analyst

A Security Analyst is responsible for identifying and mitigating security risks. In this role, you will be responsible for monitoring security systems, detecting and responding to security incidents, and implementing security measures to protect your organization's data and systems. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the security of your systems, and identify and resolve security incidents.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst is responsible for understanding the business needs of an organization and translating those needs into technical requirements. In this role, you will be responsible for gathering and analyzing data, and developing recommendations to improve the organization's business processes. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to collect and analyze metrics, and identify trends and patterns in your data.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of computer networks. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining network devices, as well as monitoring the network's performance and security. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your networks, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for the maintenance and operation of computer systems, including servers, networks, and storage devices. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining software and hardware, as well as monitoring the system's performance and security. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your systems, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Data Scientist

A Data Scientist is responsible for using data to solve business problems. In this role, you will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data, and developing models to predict future outcomes. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to collect and analyze metrics, and identify trends and patterns in your data.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify trends and patterns. In this role, you will be responsible for using data to make informed decisions and solve business problems. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to collect and analyze metrics, and identify trends and patterns in your data.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for the maintenance and operation of databases. In this role, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining database software, as well as monitoring the database's performance and security. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your databases, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for the development and management of products. In this role, you will be responsible for defining the product vision, and working with engineers and designers to develop and launch new products. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your products, and identify and resolve performance issues.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of software development, from requirements gathering and analysis to deployment and maintenance. This course may be helpful for you as it will teach you how to use Prometheus, a popular monitoring tool, to monitor the performance and health of your software systems.

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