Glossary

Prometheus

A time-series database + monitoring system for metrics.

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Definition

A time-series database + monitoring system for metrics.

How it works

Pull-based scraping, efficient time-series compression, alerting rules; paired with Grafana dashboards.

Common questions

What is Prometheus?

A time-series database + monitoring system for metrics.

How does Prometheus work?

Pull-based scraping, efficient time-series compression, alerting rules; paired with Grafana dashboards.

What is Prometheus used for in system design?

Pull-based scraping, efficient time-series compression, alerting rules; paired with Grafana dashboards.

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