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Get the Big Picture: Learn How to Visually Debug Your Systems with Service Map—Now Available in Sandbox

Blog post from Honeycomb

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Date Published
Author
Rebecca Carter
Word Count
526
Language
English
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Summary

Honeycomb's newly launched Service Map feature offers users the ability to quickly understand the complex interconnectivity of services within intricate environments by allowing them to filter by services and traces, thereby isolating specific areas for analysis. This feature is designed to replace outdated architecture diagrams and reduce reliance on individual engineers' knowledge by providing a dynamic and interactive tool that helps surface issues and understand system evolution. Service Map is available as a separate scenario in Honeycomb's Sandbox, offering a real-world use case where users can isolate and inspect services, apply advanced filters for debugging, and investigate incidents such as slow requests. It integrates with other Honeycomb tools like BubbleUp and trace waterfalls, providing a comprehensive introduction to its capabilities and encouraging users to explore it with their own data.