Feb. 3, 2024, 10:46 a.m. | Panchanan Panigrahi

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  • Introduction to PromQL


  • Data Types of PromQL


    • Scalar:

    • String:

    • Instant Vector:

    • Range Vector:




  • Operators in PromQL


    • Aggregation Operators:

    • Binary Operators:

    • Range Operator:

    • Offset Operator:




  • Types of Prometheus Metrics for Data Storage and Organization


    • Counter:

    • Gauge:

    • Histogram:

    • Summary:



  • Begin Your Monitoring Journey!





Introduction to PromQL


PromQL, short for Prometheus Query Language, is the dedicated language designed for querying and extracting valuable insights from the time-series data stored in Prometheus. As the backbone of Prometheus' querying capabilities, PromQL enables users to navigate …

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