Event Logging Strategy
Consistency in Event Naming
Use a consistent naming convention for events across your application:- Use descriptive, action-oriented names (e.g.,
user_registered
,payment_processed
) - Avoid generic names like
click
orview
- Utilize namespaces for better organization (e.g.,
auth.login_success
,payment.transaction_failed
)
Structured Metadata
Include relevant metadata with each event to provide context:- Always include identifiers (user ID, session ID, etc.)
- Add relevant business metrics (transaction amount, subscription tier, etc.)
- Include environmental context (device info, app version, etc.)
User Identification
Implement Early and Consistently
Identify users as early as possible in their session:Anonymize Sensitive Data
Never log personal identifiable information (PII) directly:- Use anonymized identifiers
- Hash or tokenize sensitive information
- Follow data protection regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.)
Crash Reporting
Group Similar Errors
Configure error grouping to reduce noise in your error reports:Implementation Checklist
- Initialize SDK as early as possible in app lifecycle
- Identify users after authentication
- Implement consistent event naming strategy
- Include relevant metadata with all events
- Set up proper error grouping
- Configure appropriate log levels
- Test crash reporting in development
- Monitor dashboard regularly for issues
- Implement automated alerts for critical errors
Integration with MCP
When using Model Context Protocol with Instalog:- Structure your queries to be specific and focused
- Include time ranges when querying historical data
- Use natural language to describe the patterns you’re looking for
- Leverage MCP for automated analysis of recurring issues