Configuring Your First Project
Last updated August 30, 2024
Welcome to SigNoz! Configuring your first project is an essential step to start monitoring and analyzing your application’s performance effectively. This guide will walk you through the setup process, ensuring you can quickly get started with SigNoz.
Step-by-Step Configuration:
- Sign In to Your SigNoz Account:
- Navigate to SigNoz Login and sign in using your credentials.
- If you don’t have an account yet, sign up and verify your email.
- Create a New Project:
- Once logged in, click on the "New Project" button on your dashboard.
- Enter a project name that reflects your application or service.
- Select Your Application Type:
- Choose the type of application you want to monitor (e.g., Web, Mobile, Backend).
- Select the appropriate framework or technology stack from the list.
- Integrate SigNoz SDK:
- Follow the on-screen instructions to integrate the SigNoz SDK into your application.
- Ensure you copy the correct API key and insert it into your application code.
- Set Up Monitoring Parameters:
- Configure the key metrics you wish to monitor (e.g., latency, error rates).
- Set thresholds for alerts and notifications to stay informed about critical issues.
- Verify Configuration:
- Run your application and generate some test traffic to verify data is being sent to SigNoz.
- Check the dashboard to ensure all metrics are displayed correctly.
- Explore Your Dashboard:
- Once your project is set up, explore the various visualization and analytics tools available in SigNoz.
- Customize your dashboard to focus on the metrics most important to you.
This article provides a simple and straightforward guide to get your first project up and running in SigNoz. Once configured, you’ll be able to monitor your application’s performance in real time, helping you to identify and resolve issues quickly.
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