The AWS SDK for .NET introduces comprehensive observability through OpenTelemetry integration, enabling developers to gain insights from tracing API call durations, monitoring system metrics, and handling exceptions using customized telemetry providers.

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<p>This article discusses how to enhance observability in .NET applications using the AWS SDK for .NET and OpenTelemetry, an industry-standard for observability.</p>
<p>Specifically, the article covers:</p>
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<li>Simplifying observability with OpenTelemetry integration in the AWS SDK for .NET</li>
<li>Adding OpenTelemetry tracing and metrics instrumentation to your application</li>
<li>Supported metrics by the AWS SDK for .NET, such as call durations, errors, and data transfer</li>
<li>Creating your own custom telemetry providers for fine-grained control over telemetry data</li>
<li>Conclusion and encouragement to try the new observability features</li>
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Enhancing Observability in the AWS SDK for .NET with OpenTelemetry

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