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Add close_timeout config to filebeat
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- Python
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Description
Hi,
As reported https://bugs.launchpad.net/filebeat-charm/+bug/1875662, we're seeing few instances where filebeat is holding onto older log files. @jetpackdanger pointed out https://www.elastic.co/guide/en/beats/filebeat/current/faq-deleted-files-are-not-freed.html
Any chance we can add a option to tune Filebeat's close_timeout (and possibly set a sensible default such as an hour or two)?
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Research direction
Start by reading the filebeat charm's existing configuration options and the Filebeat FAQ linked in the issue. Trace how charm options become Filebeat settings, then make close_timeout configurable with the agreed default and verify that the generated configuration uses it.
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Assessment
- Tech stack
- python
- Domain
- devops, observability
- Issue type
- Feature
- Difficulty
- 3/5
- Estimated time
- 1-2 days
- Activity status
- Stale
- Clarity
- Mostly clear
- Newbie friendliness
- 35/100