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Observability with Grafana - From Data to Dashboards

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Observability with Grafana - From Data to Dashboards

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Intermediate level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learn to set up and secure Grafana on different platforms for efficient data visualization.

  • Understand advanced Grafana features like alerts, custom plugins, and integrations with services like Prometheus and Amazon CloudWatch.

  • Gain practical experience working with databases and visualizing data from sources like MySQL, GitHub, and CSV files.

  • Master Grafana’s UI and tools to create, modify, and manage comprehensive dashboards for observability.

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May 2026

Assessments

17 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 17 modules in this course

In this module, we will introduce the course structure, goals, and set the stage for your journey into observability with Grafana. You'll learn what to expect and how this course will help you master Grafana for effective monitoring and visualization.

What's included

1 video1 reading

In this module, we will dive into the foundational aspects of Grafana and how it integrates with DevOps practices to enhance system observability. You'll learn about its role in the observability stack and understand its powerful visualization capabilities.

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2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will walk you through the installation, configuration, and security setup of Grafana. You'll gain hands-on experience with accessing Grafana and upgrading your installation while ensuring its security.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will break down Grafana's architecture and its core components, including dashboards, panels, and plugins. You'll understand how these elements work together to enable powerful data visualization and monitoring.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through a detailed tour of Grafana’s graphical interface, covering dashboard creation, query editors, and various visualization techniques. You'll also learn how to effectively structure dashboards using panels and rows.

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7 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore how to work with CSV data in Grafana using the Infinity plugin. You'll learn how to load, query, and visualize CSV-based data to enhance your monitoring capabilities.

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2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore how to integrate GitHub with Grafana as a data source. You'll see how to visualize GitHub metrics and gain insights directly from your repositories and activities.

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2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce Amazon CloudWatch and show you how to integrate it with Grafana to visualize AWS metrics in real-time. This integration will give you a powerful way to monitor your cloud infrastructure.

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2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will introduce Prometheus, its role in monitoring systems, and how it integrates seamlessly with Grafana. You'll also learn to visualize Prometheus metrics using pre-built templates for quick insights.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore Grafana Loki and its role in log aggregation. You'll learn how to install and configure Loki to collect logs and visualize them within Grafana, enhancing your observability stack.

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2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will dive into Grafana Alloy and show you how to use it to build a flexible and efficient logging pipeline. You'll also learn how to integrate it with Loki for enhanced log ingestion and analysis.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore Nginx logging and how you can leverage it to improve observability in Grafana. You’ll learn how to configure Alloy to collect and visualize Nginx logs for better insight into web server performance.

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2 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will cover Grafana alerting, from setting up notification channels to creating alert rules. You'll learn how to configure Grafana to proactively monitor your systems and send alerts when necessary.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will guide you through connecting and configuring MySQL as a data source for Grafana. You'll also learn how to query SQL data and use Grafana dashboards to monitor MySQL performance effectively.

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4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the various access control features in Grafana, including user roles, teams, and permissions. You’ll learn how to manage access and secure your Grafana instance with various login methods.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will show you how to monitor Kubernetes clusters with Grafana and Prometheus. You’ll also learn how to set up an EKS cluster on AWS and build a full observability stack to monitor containerized environments.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will recap everything you've learned throughout the course and provide guidance on next steps to continue advancing your Grafana and observability expertise.

What's included

1 video2 assignments

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