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Data source tour

Data source tour

In this module, you’ll explore common data sources by category:

  • Metrics systems — Prometheus, InfluxDB
  • Log systems — Loki, Elasticsearch
  • Cloud providers — CloudWatch
  • SQL databases — MySQL, PostgreSQL
  • Flexible options — Infinity (APIs, JSON, CSV), Google Sheets
  • Private Data Source Connect — Securely connect to data sources behind firewalls

Estimated time: 15-20 minutes

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You’ve learned what data sources are, the types of telemetry they handle, and the three approaches to connecting them. Great foundation.

Now let’s explore the most common data sources. In this module, you’ll tour data sources by category and learn what each one is designed for.

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