Abstract

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to using Datadog APM for effective application troubleshooting and performance optimization. Learners will develop the skills to identify problem services using the Trace Explorer, investigate issues with Trace Details and Flame Graphs, and apply targeted queries and filters to streamline their analysis. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to assess the impact of their changes and verify improvements in application performance.

Learning Objectives

- Identify problem services using the Trace Explorer

- Investigate issues using Trace Details and Flame Graphs

- Query and filter traces to narrow the focus of your investigations

- Assess that the changes you made positively impacted performance

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

Please note that your enrollment in this course ends after 30 days. You can re-enroll at any time and pick up where you left off.

Course curriculum

    1. Introduction

    1. Using APM to Diagnose Bugs in Applications

    2. Lab: Troubleshooting an App with Datadog APM

    1. Conclusion and Further Reading

    2. Feedback Survey

Diagnosing Application Bugs with Datadog APM

  • 1 hours to complete
  • 0 hours of video content
  • Beginner