How to make logs clean?

Asked on 10/04/2024

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To make logs clean, you can follow several strategies discussed in the WWDC sessions:

  1. Use Structured Logging: Instead of using print statements, consider using structured logging tools like os_log in Xcode. This allows you to categorize logs by levels such as debug, info, or error, and include metadata for better context. This approach helps in filtering and searching logs more effectively (Xcode essentials).

  2. Customize Log Views: In the CloudKit Console, you can customize the log table to include specific columns that are relevant to your investigation. This helps in reducing noise and focusing on the data that matters (Use CloudKit Console to monitor and optimize database activity).

  3. Export and Share Logs: Export logs in formats like CSV or JSON for further analysis or sharing with your team. This can be useful for comparing historical data and collaborating on debugging efforts (Use CloudKit Console to monitor and optimize database activity).

  4. Implement Observability: In the Swift on Server ecosystem, use logging, metrics, and tracing to gain insights into your service's behavior. Structured logging with metadata can provide additional context, making it easier to troubleshoot issues (Explore the Swift on Server ecosystem).

By adopting these practices, you can maintain clean and effective logs that facilitate easier debugging and monitoring of your applications.