JSON API Data Sources
Need to pull external data into Grafana? JSON API data sources are your go-to plugins—they fetch files via a link, parse them per your instructions, and shape them into Grafana data frames. Let’s dive into how they work and why they matter.
Top JSON API Data Sources
Here are the heavy hitters among Grafana’s API data sources:
Comparing the Trio
The schema below breaks down these three popular options. Colors flag their strengths: Red for JSON API, Yellow for Infinity, Blue for any specialized source, and Green for SimPod.
JSON API vs. Infinity vs. SimPod
This video pits JSON API, Infinity, and SimPod against each other, spotlighting use cases to help you pick the right tool.
Tutorial: Display Unemployment Rates
Ready to see it in action? This video walks you through a detailed setup, using JSON API and Infinity to display unemployment data on your Grafana dashboard.
Deep Dive into JSON API Data Sources
For more specifics on each data source, this blog post pairs perfectly with the video above—unpacking their quirks and capabilities.
Pairing Infinity with Business Forms
Curious how Infinity plays with other plugins? This post shows you how to blend it with Business Forms for a slick Grafana dashboard integration.
