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Advanced Grafana Crash Course

Welcome to the Advanced section of our Grafana Crash Course! This is the second of three parts in our ongoing series. As the name suggests, this section dives into more sophisticated topics, perfect for users who’ve already spent some time exploring Grafana’s basics.

The topics below are designed to spark your interest once you’re comfortable with the fundamentals and ready to take your Grafana skills to the next level.

Topics Covered

SectionDescription
CustomizationLearn how to tailor Grafana to your unique style and preferences
JSON APIExplore how to integrate and utilize JSON API data sources effectively
PostgreSQL with TimescaleDiscover why we choose PostgreSQL and Timescale as our go-to databases
ProvisioningUnderstand what provisioning is and how to implement it in Grafana
High AvailabilityCompare default setups with next-level and high-availability configurations
Unsigned PluginsFind out how to enable and use unsigned plugins safely
Canvas PanelMaster the creation of dynamic canvas panels with advanced elements
Website AnalyticsLearn to collect and visualize website content metrics like a pro

What’s Next?

Ready to level up? Dive into any of the sections above to explore advanced techniques and make Grafana work harder for you. Whether you're customizing dashboards or setting up high availability, this guide has you covered!