lab7.md

Lab 7: Monitoring and Logging

Overview

In this lab, you will become familiar with a logging stack that includes Promtail, Loki, and Grafana. Your goal is to create a Docker Compose configuration and configuration files to set up this logging stack.

Task 1: Logging Stack Setup

6 Points:

1. Study the Logging Stack:

   • Begin by researching the components of the logging stack:
     • Grafana Webinar: Loki Getting Started
     • Loki Overview
     • Loki GitHub Repository

2. Create a Monitoring Folder:

   • Start by creating a new folder named monitoring in your project directory.

3. Docker Compose Configuration:

   • Inside the monitoring folder, prepare a docker-compose.yml file that defines the entire logging stack along with your application.
   • To assist you in this task, refer to these resources for sample Docker Compose configurations:
     • Example Docker Compose Configuration from Loki Repository
     • Promtail Configuration Example (Adapt it as needed)

4. Testing:

   • Verify that the configured logging stack and your application work as expected.

Task 2: Documentation and Reporting

4 Points:

1. Logging Stack Report:

   • Create a new file named LOGGING.md to document how the logging stack you've set up functions.
   • Provide detailed explanations of each component's role within the stack.

2. Screenshots:

   • Capture screenshots that demonstrate the successful operation of your logging stack.
   • Include these screenshots in your LOGGING.md report for reference.

Bonus Task: Additional Configuration

2.5 Points:

1. Integrating Your Extra App:

   • Extend the docker-compose.yml configuration to include your additional application.

2. Configure Stack for Comprehensive Logging:

   • Modify the logging stack's configuration to collect logs from all containers defined in the docker-compose.yml.
   • Include screenshots in your LOGGING.md report to demonstrate your success.

Guidelines

• Ensure that your documentation in LOGGING.md is well-structured and comprehensible.
• Follow proper naming conventions for files and folders.
• Use code blocks and Markdown formatting where appropriate.
• Create pull requests (PRs) as needed: from your fork to the main branch of this repository, and from your fork's branch to your fork's master branch.

Note: Thoroughly document your work, and ensure the logging stack functions correctly. Utilize the bonus points opportunity to enhance your understanding and the completeness of your setup.