getappmap / getappmap/appmap-js

Capture the tail of the log in telemetry

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Description

Currently when sending logs in telemetry we only capture the head; if the log is too long, the tail is cut off. However, most often it's the tail that's the most informative wrt the failure cause. We should capture both the head and the tail; we might also consider capturing more lines (unless it's a limitation of appinsights).

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Research direction

Start by locating the TypeScript code that sends logs through telemetry and determine how the current head-only capture is implemented. Check whether App Insights imposes a size or line limit, then define done as retaining both the beginning and end of an oversized log while preserving the existing telemetry behavior.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
observability
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
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