Company
Date Published
Author
Giordano Ricci and Dimitris Sotirakis
Word count
1690
Language
English
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None

Summary

CI/CD observability goes beyond simple monitoring by providing a comprehensive understanding of the entire software delivery pipeline, from code check-ins to deployments. At Grafana Labs, efforts to enhance CI/CD observability have culminated in the development of GraCIe, an opinionated application plugin designed to simplify the analysis of CI/CD systems for users by leveraging Grafana's existing telemetry tools like Grafana Tempo, Grafana Loki, and Prometheus. This initiative aims to address common challenges such as flaky tests, performance regressions, and misconfigurations by providing visibility and insights into CI/CD processes, ultimately reducing deployment fears and promoting continuous improvement. The project envisions a future where CI/CD observability is standardized across platforms, empowering teams to make informed decisions and fostering a culture of transparency and accountability.