Company
Date Published
Author
Eldin Nikocevic
Word count
761
Language
English
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None

Summary

Eldin Nikocevic and Ronald from Grafana Labs provide a detailed guide on creating a Grafana dashboard using Prometheus and Loki for efficient log searching. Inspired by the ad-hoc querying capabilities of Grafana 6.0's Explore feature, they designed a user-friendly interface that simplifies the process of searching logs without needing to write LogQL queries. The dashboard utilizes Prometheus variables and template variables, including a crucial "text box" variable, to filter and search logs effectively. This innovative setup is particularly useful for troubleshooting and incident response, offering a streamlined way to access log data quickly. The process involved combining Prometheus variables to select the search cluster and pod, ultimately enabling searches through Loki with specific queries. They also mention enhancements in Loki v1.4.0 and invite users to join an upcoming webinar for a deeper understanding of Loki's functionalities.