NGINX Integration: How to install nginx and instrument it to observe API traffic

Jun 25, 2025

In this step-by-step tutorial, we walk you through the complete process of installing NGINX and instrumenting it to monitor and observe API traffic. Whether you're just getting started or looking to improve your observability stack, this guide will help you set up NGINX for effective traffic monitoring.

In this video you'll learn:

  • How to install NGINX on your system
  • Basic NGINX configuration for API endpoints
  • How to instrument NGINX to collect and observe API traffic data
  • Tips for monitoring and analyzing API requests in real-time

Why is this important?
Observing API traffic helps you detect issues early, optimize performance, and ensure your services are running smoothly.

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