OpenTelemetry Metrics 101

Dive into the world of OpenTelemetry Metrics in this 42-minute conference talk from SREcon23 Americas. Explore the integral role of metrics in observability strategies and learn how they can help you understand your systems' performance. Discover the mysteries surrounding different signal types, understand which metrics instruments to implement for specific measurements, and gain clarity on the concept of metrics instruments. Through fun analogies and real-world examples, uncover the value various metrics and metric types can provide in better understanding your services. Presented by Reese Lee from New Relic, this talk offers essential insights for SREs and developers looking to enhance their observability practices.