Integrating NewRelic alerts into VuGen via NerdGraphAPI

Synopsis

The project is focused on integrating New Relic Alerts with VuGen using the NerdGraph API. It includes monitoring a Node.js application with New Relic, setting alert conditions for errors, and using the NerdGraph API to query those alerts. VuGen then plays scripts to retrieve alarm data, allowing automated performance testing and monitoring of application failures. This approach ensures better handling of server issues and provides a streamlined process for tracking application performance through automated alerts and queries. ‍

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Key figures

Customer: Global automotive manufacturer

Project volume: 50,000 EUR, 6 months

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Challenges

Challenges in this project included managing the complexity of integrating New Relic alerts with VuGen via the NerdGraph API and ensuring accurate monitoring of application performance. In addition, setting up alarm conditions and automating the process of retrieving and processing data required precise configuration and testing. The integration process also faced hurdles in ensuring compatibility between New Relic's alerting system and Vugen's performance testing capabilities.

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Our solution

The solution offered in the project focuses on integrating New Relic Alerts with VuGen via the NerdGraph API, which enables improved monitoring and performance testing. The team monitored a Node.js application using New Relic to track key metrics and identify errors. They configured specific alert conditions for critical performance issues and used the NerdGraph API to automate the retrieval of alarm conditions. VuGen scripts were used to interact with the API and replay scripts to continuously evaluate performance and collect alerts. This integration enabled a more efficient monitoring process that streamlined alarm management and provided deeper insights into application performance. By combining New Relic's robust alerting features with VuGen's automation power, the team was able to quickly identify and diagnose issues and ensure application stability. The process provided a systematic way to improve incident response times, maintain a high level of service, and reduce manual monitoring tasks. Ultimately, the solution closed the gap between performance testing and real-time alert management, providing a comprehensive overview of application health and improving overall service reliability.

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Benefits

The benefits of the project included improved efficiency in monitoring and managing application performance. By integrating New Relic alerts with VuGen via the NerdGraph API, the team automated the retrieval of performance data and alerts, reducing the need for manual intervention. This setup allowed performance issues to be identified and resolved more quickly, resulting in better stability and reliability of the application. The solution also provided deeper insights into application behavior, enabling targeted optimizations and more effective resource management, which ultimately led to an improvement in service quality and user experience.