When a user interacts with an application, they usually request or write data into a database. The speed at which the system processes the request directly impacts user experience. A slow query in an e-commerce application can lead to frustrated users abandoning their shopping carts due to long loading times.
In order to optimise and improve query performance, the first step is to measure them. You can use distributed tracing with OpenTelemetry to effectively measure the latency and performance of individual queries and pinpoint areas for improvement. By continuously measuring and improving query performance, you can ensure that their applications deliver the best user experience.
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Distributed Tracing
Distributed Tracing is a method for tracking the flow of requests through your application. It enables you to follow the journey of a request as it travels across multiple services, so you can see where things might be going wrong.
Latency
Latency is the delay between a request being made and a response being received. It is a key metric as it directly impacts user experience and system performance.
Monitoring
Monitoring is the act of tracking the performance and behavior of a system, application, or service in real-time, allowing for the detection of issues, anomalies, and performance bottlenecks. It involves collecting and analyzing metrics to ensure that everything is running smoothly and to identify potential areas for improvement.