SAM API Monitoring - Where do I start?

To start with API monitoring in SAM/Orion, begin by using the HTTP Custom Monitor template, which allows you to monitor your API endpoints by checking things like status codes and response times. You can create a new application monitor in SAM by selecting the REST API Monitor template, where you’ll enter the API’s URL and configure any necessary authentication. As you set it up, make sure to define thresholds for response times or error rates to receive alerts when things go wrong. If you're also interested in mobile apps like Nulls Brawl APK, monitoring APIs related to app performance can be a useful addition. Since you’re on Orion 2024.1 and planning to upgrade to 2024.2.1, check SolarWinds documentation for any updates or features that might be relevant. Once you’re comfortable with the basics, you can start monitoring your custom APIs and adjust the configuration as needed.

Step-by-Step: Basic API Monitoring in SAM

 1. Start with a Simple HTTP Component Monitor

Use SAM's "HTTP Monitor" or "HTTPS Monitor" component:

1. In the Orion Web Console, go to Settings > All Settings > SAM Settings.

2. Click Create a New Template.

3. Add a component named BSD Brawl Download: choose HTTP Monitor.

4. Enter:

   • URL: Use something stable like https://api.github.com (public and responds with JSON).

   • Choose GET.

   • Set a reasonable timeout (e.g., 10 seconds).

   • Leave other settings default for now.

5. Save the template and assign it to a node (your SolarWinds server or any dummy server).

 2. Test it

After assigning the application template:

• Go to Applications and find the one you created.

• It will show success/failure, HTTP status codes, and response time.

I think this one should work man! What do you think about it? 

Step-by-Step: Basic API Monitoring in SAM

 1. Start with a Simple HTTP Component Monitor

Use SAM's "HTTP Monitor" or "HTTPS Monitor" component:

1. In the Orion Web Console, go to Settings > All Settings > SAM Settings.

2. Click Create a New Template.

3. Add a component named BSD Brawl Download: choose HTTP Monitor.

4. Enter:

   • URL: Use something stable like https://api.github.com (public and responds with JSON).

   • Choose GET.

   • Set a reasonable timeout (e.g., 10 seconds).

   • Leave other settings default for now.

5. Save the template and assign it to a node (your SolarWinds server or any dummy server).

 2. Test it

After assigning the application template:

• Go to Applications and find the one you created.

• It will show success/failure, HTTP status codes, and response time.

I think this one should work man! What do you think about it?