How to Integrate Prometheus and Grafana on Kubernetes Using Helm
Blog post from Semaphore
Integrating Prometheus and Grafana on Kubernetes using Helm provides a streamlined way to monitor and visualize the health and performance of Kubernetes clusters. Prometheus serves as an open-source monitoring system that collects and stores metrics as time series data, while Grafana enables interactive visualization of these metrics through customizable dashboards. By using Helm, the process of deploying Prometheus and Grafana becomes simpler, as it packages the necessary configurations into Helm Charts, thus avoiding the manual creation of multiple YAML files. This integration allows for real-time alerts and comprehensive performance insights, essential for maintaining the efficiency of container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes. The guide also emphasizes the importance of persistent storage and RBAC permissions for production environments, ensuring data durability and secure access control.