AZ-400: Designing and Implementing Microsoft DevOps Solutions

Analyze Metrics

Introduction

In this article, we explore how to analyze metrics to inspect infrastructure performance and evaluate telemetry data in Azure. This knowledge is essential for effectively managing and optimizing your Azure resources.

We begin by examining the core performance indicators essential for Azure. This includes important metrics for CPU, memory, disk, and network usage. Monitoring these metrics is vital for ensuring resource health and performance, so you can proactively identify and address potential issues before they affect your applications.

Below is an overview of the infrastructure performance section. In this section, we will:

  • Outline the key metrics necessary for Azure performance management.
  • Delve into the specifics of CPU, memory, and disk performance—crucial areas to monitor.

By the end of this section, you’ll be able to track and analyze these critical performance indicators.

The image is a slide titled "Inspecting Infrastructure Performance Indicators, Including CPU, Memory, Disk, and Network," listing four key metrics: understanding key metrics for Azure performance management, CPU performance, memory utilization, and disk performance.

Key Takeaway

Remember, monitoring infrastructure performance is the first step toward a robust Azure resource management strategy.

Additionally, we will look at practical examples of performance monitoring in Azure. These real-world scenarios illustrate the benefits of proactive performance management and provide solutions to common challenges. This hands-on approach will not only help you succeed in your exam but also enhance your everyday management of Azure resources.

The image is a slide titled "Inspecting Infrastructure Performance Indicators, Including CPU, Memory, Disk, and Network," listing three topics: practical examples of performance monitoring, benefits of proactive performance, and common challenges.

In the next part of the article, our focus shifts to leveraging telemetry data to analyze metrics. We will examine how to gather and use data related to resource usage and application performance. Telemetry provides deep insights into your systems, enabling data-driven decisions that optimize both performance and user experience.

This section will cover:

  • An introduction to telemetry in Azure, including an overview of the key services involved.
  • A detailed look at Azure's monitoring services and how to configure alerts for timely issue resolution.

The image is a slide titled "Analyzing Metrics by Using Collected Telemetry, Including Usage and Application Performance," listing topics such as telemetry in Azure, key Azure services, monitoring services, and configuring alerts.

Furthermore, we will discuss strategies for monitoring application performance by:

  • Analyzing usage metrics to understand resource utilization deeply.
  • Creating custom dashboards in Azure Monitor for effective data visualization.
  • Reviewing best practices for managing telemetry to maintain optimal performance.

By the end of this section, you'll have a solid understanding of how to leverage telemetry data to gain actionable insights and improve your Azure deployment strategies.

The image is a slide titled "Analyzing Metrics by Using Collected Telemetry, Including Usage and Application Performance," listing topics such as monitoring application performance, analyzing usage metrics, custom dashboards in Azure Monitor, and best practices.

Final Note

Leveraging both performance metrics and telemetry data is crucial for proactive management and continuous improvement of your Azure environment.

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