Latency SLOs Done Right - Calculating and Setting Accurate Service Level Objectives

Explore the intricacies of latency-based Service Level Objectives (SLOs) in this 57-minute conference talk. Delve into the common pitfalls of using median, average, and percentile metrics for SLOs, and discover three effective approaches to accurately calculate latency SLOs. Learn how to leverage histograms for mathematically correct quantile calculations and SLO setting. Gain insights into the complexities of latency calculation, understand the challenges associated with SLOs, and master the use of inverse percentiles and iterative integration techniques. Enhance your understanding of performance monitoring and SLO implementation to improve service reliability and user experience.