Getting Started¶
Get up and running with IAPM in minutes. This guide walks you through account setup, application instrumentation, and your first visualization.
Choose Your Login Method¶
Select how you want to authenticate with IAPM:
Microsoft Entra ID Local or Social Account
| Option | Best For | Identity Providers |
|---|---|---|
| Entra ID | Organizations using Microsoft 365 or Azure | Microsoft work/school accounts, SSO |
| Local/Social | Individual developers, non-Microsoft environments | Email, Google, GitHub |
Both options provide identical features and pricing.
Quick Start Overview¶
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A[Sign Up] --> B[Create Grid]
B --> C[Get API Key]
C --> D[Instrument App]
D --> E[Visualize Data]| Step | Action | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sign up and configure your account | 2 min |
| 2 | Create a grid (telemetry container) | 1 min |
| 3 | Copy your API key | 30 sec |
| 4 | Add OpenTelemetry to your application | 5-15 min |
| 5 | Deploy and explore your data | Immediate |
Try Before You Instrument¶
Not ready to instrument your own application? Explore IAPM with pre-loaded demo data:
The sandbox provides a fully-functional environment with sample traces, metrics, and logs.
Explore Your Data¶
Once your application is sending telemetry, choose how to visualize:
| Product | Description | Access |
|---|---|---|
| IAPM Web | Browser-based dashboards, account management, alerts | Learn more |
| IAPM Desktop | Full 3D visualization with optional VR support | Learn more |
Need Help?¶
| Channel | Best For |
|---|---|
| Live Chat | Quick questions, immediate support |
| Discord | Community help, feature discussions |
| YouTube | Video tutorials, walkthroughs |
| Contact Us | Sales, licensing, enterprise support |