This article reviews ten observability tools that platform engineers should consider for 2026, focusing on OpenTelemetry support, cost management, and integration capabilities. It highlights the importance of operational visibility and developer self-service in managing modern distributed systems.

This article explains how platform engineering helps overcome the complexities of deploying Large Language Models (LLMs). By creating a standardized Internal Developer Platform (IDP), organizations can enable developers to manage and scale AI models more efficiently and autonomously. It details the necessary tools and processes for building a robust LLM deployment stack.