Tips and Tricks

Utilize Log Levels Effectively

Use appropriate log levels for different types of messages to make your logs more meaningful:

• INFO: General information about the application’s state.
• WARN: Potential issues or important events that may need attention.
• ERROR: Error messages that indicate something went wrong.
• DEBUG: Detailed information useful for debugging.
• CRITICAL: Severe issues that might cause the application to crash.

Customize Log File Size and Path

Configure the log file size and path to manage disk usage and organize logs:

logly.set_default_file_path("path/to/logfile.txt")
logly.set_default_max_file_size(100)  # Size in MB

This helps in keeping log files manageable and directing them to appropriate locations.

Use Colors Wisely

Use colors to differentiate log levels and make logs more readable:

logly.info("Informational message", color=logly.COLOR.GREEN)
logly.error("Error message", color=logly.COLOR.RED)

Be mindful of color usage, especially if logs are intended for environments where color might not be visible (e.g., plain text logs).

Disable Color for Production

For production environments, it might be useful to disable colors to avoid issues with log readability:

logly.color_enabled = False

Manage Timestamps

Control whether timestamps are included in your logs:

logly.show_time = True  # Enable timestamps
logly.show_time = False  # Disable timestamps

This can be useful for both development and production environments depending on your logging needs.

Handle Log Overflow

Ensure that log files do not become excessively large by setting a maximum file size. This helps in rotating logs and preventing disk space issues:

logly.set_default_max_file_size(50)  # Size in MB

Regularly Review Logs

Periodically review logs to monitor application performance and identify any potential issues early.

Use Log Rotation

For long-running applications, consider implementing log rotation to handle large volumes of logs and maintain performance.

Keep Logs Secure

Ensure that logs containing sensitive information are securely stored and access is restricted to authorized personnel only.

Explore Logging Libraries

While Logly is a great tool, don’t hesitate to explore other logging libraries that may offer additional features or integrations suitable for your needs.