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From stealth to spotlight: improve transaction identification with our latest feature

Our Top Transactions Breakdown feature charts the progression of the most influential transactions of your application, enriching Blackfire users’ comprehension of the context at play.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Nov 15, 2023

Demystifying observability: deterministic vs. probabilistic approaches

Blackfire for PHP and Python relies on a deterministic approach to observability. Let’s explore what this means and discover how it compares to a probabilistic one and how both could shape the future of observability.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Oct 11, 2023

Taming the beast: performance optimization of unfamiliar applications with Blackfire – part 2 of 2

In the second part of this mini-series, we’ll delve into the intricacies of defining a test boilerplate that could help us get started on setting up long-lasting control over the performance of an existing application.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Sep 27, 2023

Taming the beast: performance optimization of unfamiliar applications with Blackfire – part 1 of 2

Stepping into an unknown application landscape with the mission to improve its performance can be daunting. Discover how Blackfire is all about turning measurement into performance optimization, ensuring your next steps are driven by data.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Sep 13, 2023

Scaling success: a guide to controlling subscription and usage while your application grows

Managing your application’s growth requires adaptability. Stay in the driver’s seat and discover how to align your Blackfire subscription and usage with your expanding needs.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Aug 16, 2023

Launching into continuous observability with Blackfire Monitoring: empowering developers with live actionable insights

Kickstart your continuous observability strategy with a 360 overview of your applications’ health. Blackfire Monitoring allows you to prioritize performance optimization by providing actionable insights based on aggregating key metrics.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Aug 02, 2023

Navigating your first days with Blackfire: a comprehensive guide to optimizing web application performance

Jumpstart your journey with Blackfire! This post aims at guiding users through their first days with Blackfire, from outlining an Observability Strategy to discovering and using all its features.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Jul 19, 2023

Navigating your first days as an environment manager with Blackfire

Step confidently into your new role as an environment manager with our latest guide, designed to navigate your first days with Blackfire. From setting up your environment to managing access controls, we cover the key responsibilities that will help streamline your processes and optimize your team’s productivity.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Jul 12, 2023

Explore, integrate, and innovate: creating custom integrations with Blackfire PHP and Python SDKs

Unlock endless possibilities using Blackfire SDKs to explore new ground and build custom observability tools with your applications and development workflows.

By Thomas di Luccio, on Jun 07, 2023

Raise your hands for Blackfire CLI: Profiling everything from your terminal

Everything you need to know about using Blackfire CLI to trigger profiles for HTTP requests and CLI commands.

By Thomas di Luccio, on May 31, 2023