Metrics

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What Really Is a Metric?

February 2, 2026 o11y metrics prometheus observability tsdb

A metric isn’t just any number. It’s a specific data type with strengths, weaknesses, and trade-offs. Here’s what you need to know.

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Simplifying SLOs: Combining Multiple Metrics Into Weighted Aggregate Health Scores

October 23, 2025 o11y slo sli observability monitoring sre metrics kpi

Learn how to reduce alert fatigue and build strategic SLOs by combining multiple KPIs into a single weighted health score. A practical approach to measuring service reliability.