Dead Programs Tell No Tails: Adopting DataDog Without Losing Your Shirt

· Flightaware · May 4, 2026, 4:40 p.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses FlightAware's experience with using two observability platforms: their in-house monitoring architecture and DataDog. It outlines the journey of adopting DataDog, including challenges faced and strategies employed to manage costs effectively while enhancing observability capabilities.
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