Abstract

This course will demonstrate how to use the fundamental tools of Datadog dashboards.

You will explore widgets, integration dashboards, and template variables. Along the way, you’ll learn about the importance of creating a well constructed and easy to understand dashboard.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, learners will be able to do the following:

  • Understand the importance of creating a dashboard to present data
  • Learn how integrations can provide preconfigured widgets 
  • Explore how template variables can customize widgets on a dashboard
  • Discover how to customize a dashboard to suit your needs

Primary Audience

This beginner-level course is designed for anyone who builds, uses, or regularly interacts with Datadog dashboards.

Prerequisites

Completion of the the following courses:


It is recommend that you have completed any of the following:

Technical Requirements

In order to complete the course, you will need:

  • Google Chrome or Firefox

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. What is a Dashboard?

    2. Creating Widgets

    3. Lab: Introduction to Dashboards

    1. Summary

    2. Feedback Survey

Introduction to Dashboards

  • 1 hour to complete
  • Beginner