What is Prometheus Exporter?
Prometheus is an open-source monitoring and alerting toolkit, which collects time series data from various sources, allowing users to monitor and analyze metrics related to system performance. It also monitors resource utilization and application location.
How to use Prometheus to Monitor Docker Containerized Applications
Containerization has transformed software development by providing portability and consistency through platforms like Docker. Yet ensuring the health of those containerized applications requires monitoring. Prometheus is a monitoring tool that uses its powerful features to monitor the application and make sure that the application is in good health. In this article first, you will understand what is, and then I will guide you through the steps to monitor your Docker container by using Prometheus.