Best Rails APM Tools in 2026: A Developer's Guide
A look at APM tools for Ruby on Rails as of March 2026.
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Scout vs Datadog: Developer-Focused Monitoring vs Enterprise Observability
A comparison of Scout and Datadog, with a look at each platform's strengths and feature coverage.
Scout vs Sentry: Comparing Integrated Monitoring Approaches
Scout and Sentry both handle error monitoring and performance, but they started from different places, which shapes what each does well. If you are evaluating both, the origin story is worth understanding because it explains most of the differences you will run into.
Best Python APM Tools in 2026: A Developer's Guide
A review of the state of APM tools for Python in 2026.
Scout vs AppSignal: A Tale of Two Developer-Friendly Choices
A comparison of how Scout and AppSignal each approach application monitoring.
Instrumenting Code Using Prism and the Ruby Abstract Syntax Tree
A relatively deep dive on the new built-in Ruby parser and options for manipulating the AST for fun and observability.
The Ultimate Guide to Error Monitoring: Why Error Monitoring Matters More Than Ever in 2026
Take a look at the state of error monitoring in 2026 as we review the top error monitoring solutions for fast detection, actionable alerts, integration options, and support for various engineering needs.
New Relic vs Scout: A Comparison for Teams Who Actually Ship Code
Compare Scout and New Relic APM: pricing, framework support, and the case against per-user observability pricing. Unlimited users on every Scout plan.
What is AI-Native Monitoring? The Complete Guide for Developers
AI-native monitoring is designed for teams shipping AI-generated code. It brings errors, metrics, and performance data into your LLM, where you already work. Learn how this new approach helps developers tame black-box AI code, cut tool sprawl, and stay in flow — making apps built with AI-generated code easier to debug, scale, and trust.
Hand Code or no Code, Scout Keeps Error Monitoring Out of the Log Mess
What happens when issues aren't obvious? Good monitoring can keep you in the know and a step ahead of your users, preventing broken trust and lost revenue.
Rails APM Quickstart: Scout vs Sentry in 2025
A side-by-side look at Scout vs. Sentry application monitoring. Which tool is the best fit for your application?