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Querying InfluxDB Cloud with the Java Flight SQL Client

InfluxDB Cloud 3.0 is a versatile time series database built on top of the Apache ecosystem. You can query InfluxDB Cloud with the Apache Arrow Flight SQL interface, which provides SQL support for working with time series data. In this tutorial, we will walk through the process of querying InfluxDB Cloud with Flight SQL, using Java. The Java Flight SQL Client is part of Apache Arrow Flight, a framework for building high-performance data services.

You can now add notes to downtime periods

Oh Dear offers many checks to ensure your website is healthy. The most popular check that is active for almost every site we monitor is the uptime check. When the uptime check detects that your site is down, it will notify you via one of our many available channels. The check will also create a downtime period visible on the uptime check results page. Here's what those downtimes might look like.

How Sony Interactive Entertainment drives better IT operations based on alert data

Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is a multinational video game and digital entertainment company owned by global conglomerate Sony. SIE primarily operates the PlayStation brand of video game consoles and products.

The 7 Best Fixed Asset Tracking Software in 2025

As businesses grow, fixed asset tracking becomes increasingly important and complex. As a result, fixed asset tracking is a crucial aspect of managing business assets. These assets, which include equipment, vehicles, and other tangible items, are often significant investments for companies, and their value must be accurately recorded and monitored over time. There are many reasons why businesses may need fixed asset tracking software.

The 10 Best Fixed Asset Software in 2025

Managing fixed assets can be a complex and time-consuming task, especially for businesses that own a large number of assets. Keeping track of each asset’s location, maintenance history, and depreciation can quickly become overwhelming without the right tools. This is where fixed asset software comes in. Fixed assets are long-term tangible or intangible assets a business acquires to use in its operations and generate income. Examples of fixed assets include.

Top tips: Use AI to improve customer engagement

Customer expectations aren’t what they used to be. Emerging technology trends have elevated the customer experience by bringing personalization and automation to the forefront. With these strides, companies have increased their customers’ expectations ten-fold. To meet rising customer expectations, the only solution is AI. While we’re only scratching the surface, here are a few ways AI can help improve your customer engagement.