Logging Istio with ELK and Logz.io

Istio is a service mesh solution designed to simplify the management of microservices by providing features like load balancing, routing, and security, which are implemented through a sidecar approach that intercepts network communication in Kubernetes environments. It generates telemetry data, including logs from its components like Envoy, Mixer, and Pilot, which can be monitored using the ELK Stack. The tutorial outlines the steps to install Istio on a Kubernetes cluster, deploy a sample application, and set up a logging pipeline using either a self-hosted ELK Stack or Logz.io for centralized log analysis and visualization in Kibana. While Istio offers advanced service mesh capabilities, the decision to implement such a system depends on an organization's specific needs and the maturity of the technology, with 2019 marking a significant year for its adoption.