Tracking Canary Deployments with Datadog

Abstract

NOTE: This course has been replaced with a new updated version. The new version of this course can be found here. This version will no longer be available after 2026-09-01. Please complete this course before then in order to receive the certificate for completing the course.

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

Examine a web application with Datadog Deployment Tracking
Create an updated deployment with a canary-like strategy
Monitor the change with Datadog Deployment Tracking
Make any necessary fixes to make the new deployment stable

Primary Audience

This course is designed for any Datadog user interested in using Datadog Deployment Tracking.

Prerequisites

The prerequisites for this course are the following:

Completion of the Learning Environment course
Able to use a Linux command line shell
Basic programming skills in any language
Familiarity with editing code in an IDE
Knowledge of how web applications work
Familiarity using Datadog and the Datadog Agent

Technical Requirements

In order to complete the course, you will need:

Google Chrome or Firefox
Third-party cookies must be enabled to access labs

Course Navigation

At the bottom of each lesson, click MARK LESSON COMPLETE AND CONTINUE button so that you are marked complete for each lesson and can receive the certificate at the end of the course.

Course Enrollment Period

This course has been replaced with a new updated version. This course is closed to new enrollees. Please enroll in the new course.

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