At the end of November, we’ll be migrating the Sematext Logs backend from Elasticsearch to OpenSearch

October 10, 2024
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Java Logging Basics: Concepts, Tools, and Best Practices

Imagine you're a detective trying to solve a crime, but all the evidence is invisible.  Sounds impossible, right?  That's exactly what it's like trying to debug a Java application without proper logging.  Java logging is your magnifying glass, your fingerprint kit, and your trusty notepad all rolled into one. It's the unsung hero that helps…
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