Fluentd is a versatile tool that collects and processes data data from various sources, making it easier to analyze and manage. Is is typically used with logs. It enables you to unify your log data, providing a centralized platform for real-time alerting, log management, and data ingestion. With Fluentd, you can handle data from different sources and forward it to multiple destinations.
For example, if you have a web application with logs spread across different servers, you can use Fluentd to aggregate and structure these logs into a single format. This makes it easier to monitor and analyze the application's performance and user behavior. By utilizing Fluentd, you can set up real-time alerts for specific log events, ensuring that you stay on top of critical issues as they arise.