Using InfluxDB to Predict The Next Extinction Event

In this article, Mark Herring shares his journey of setting up InfluxDB Cloud 2.0 to ingest and visualize data from a JSON dataset containing meteorite landings. He begins by configuring Telegraf to parse the JSON data, sets up the connection to InfluxDB Cloud, and visualizes the data using InfluxDB Cloud's query language. However, he encounters several challenges, including parsing errors and issues with data loading, which he resolves by consulting documentation, seeking advice from colleagues, and experimenting with different configurations. Ultimately, he uses Holt-Winters method to predict future meteorite landings, although notes that his dataset lacks clear seasonality or trend. Throughout the article, Mark's goal is to provide a step-by-step guide for others who want to replicate his experience, offering valuable insights into the challenges of working with InfluxDB Cloud and Telegraf.