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The Rise of Open Source Time Series Databases

Time series databases allow you to store and query metrics efficiently. For example, if you want to forecast load on your servers, or identify intermittent faults with your production services, time series databases can help. Besides infrastructure monitoring, time series databases have been invaluable in finance, IoT applications, manufacturing, and more. Many time series databases, including VictoriaMetrics, are open source.

Retail Detail: How AI Leverages Real-Time Data to Unlock Revenue Potential

Real-time intelligence is no longer a nice-to-have, but necessary to attract customers and build future-proofed retail operations In the last 15 years, we’ve seen slow but significant advances in AI when it comes to retail. We can all remember when AI-powered “bots” or virtual assistants began showing up on most major retail websites to assist with consumer questions and complaints.

Skeptical that Voice Automation Technology Can Do Something AI and Other Technology Can't? See If You Believe After Hearing This.

Many people I’ve worked with have found on-device voice technology far faster and easier to deploy and scale as well since it typically doesn’t require the same outdated code or infrastructure as older voice technology platforms. (I’m talking specifically about the voice technology used to automate mobile workflows, not just direct picking.)

6 Ways to Protect Your API Against Attacks

When configured correctly, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) enable seamless data exchanges across platforms, assisting with cross-app integrations and making microservices possible. As APIs have become integral in modern applications, we as developers must learn how to protect them against impending threats. The State of API Security report found that 74% of respondents have experienced at least three API-related breaches since 2021, so the threat here is very real.

6 Ways to Find Innovative Pump Systems for Tough Industrial Challenges

In today's rapidly evolving industrial landscape, the need for reliable and innovative pump systems has never been more critical. Industries face an array of challenges, from corrosive substances to extreme pressures and flow demands, making it essential to identify solutions that can withstand the toughest conditions. By leveraging advancements in technology and design, companies can discover pump systems that enhance efficiency and reduce maintenance costs and downtime. Let's explore 6 effective strategies for finding innovative pump systems to tackle tough industrial challenges.

Multichannel Listing Management for Resellers: Crosslist vs. PrimeLister Showdown

Reselling transformed from an extremely niche hobby into an absolutely booming industry, with ever more resellers arising every other day. Increased competition has made proper multichannel listing management crucial. Tools like Crosslist or PrimeLister are created to make the lives of resellers easier by providing seamless multichannel listing management for resellers. But which one do you opt for?

Mastering Local Preview Environments: A Beginner's Guide

Local preview environments are transforming how developers test and validate code changes before merging them into the main codebase. Acting as temporary cloud environments, they provide a production-like setting where new features and bug fixes can be tested in isolation, catching issues early and streamlining the development code review process. These environments are crucial for enhancing development velocity, especially in CI/CD workflows used by DevOps engineers and QA teams.

6 top incident management use cases for AI copilots

The news is filled with buzz about how companies approach AI. As a result, many organizations are trying to identify how AI can effectively support their business goals. There seem to be infinite use cases, but finding those that add the most value is often the first challenge. In the ITOps environment, generative AI copilots can effectively improve team efficiency, share knowledge, and support day-to-day tasks to deliver immediate value.

Demystifying API Monitoring and Testing with IPM

APIs are the hidden heroes of our digital world. They are invisible to many customer experiences. As a result, it can be difficult to think of monitoring or testing them with a customer-focused lens. In this blog post, we hope to remove this difficulty and shine a light on the different ways Internet Performance Monitoring (IPM) can approach various API testing use cases with an eye on ensuring reliable, resilient experiences.