The Hidden Cost of Instrumentation

Explore the hidden costs of instrumentation in this 20-minute conference talk from Conf42 DevOps 2023. Delve into the challenges and considerations surrounding the implementation of monitoring and observability tools in software systems. Learn about the potential impacts on performance, resource utilization, and overall system complexity. Gain insights into best practices for balancing the benefits of instrumentation with its associated costs. Discover strategies for optimizing instrumentation approaches to maximize value while minimizing overhead. Understand the importance of thoughtful instrumentation design and implementation in maintaining efficient and scalable software systems.