Cortex is an open-source time series database designed for horizontal scalability, ideal for DevOps teams. It enhances Prometheus’ capabilities, allowing for virtually limitless scalability while maintaining efficient monitoring of dynamic environments. Cortex supports multiple integrations, including Amazon DynamoDB, Elasticsearch, and MySQL, making it versatile for various applications.

With its service-discovery driven metrics system, Cortex simplifies monitoring across numerous microservices. Users can create custom metrics using Prometheus client libraries or utilize existing Prometheus Exporters for data collection. It caters to a wide range of organizations, from small businesses to enterprises, and offers extensive training resources, documentation, and a free trial, making it accessible for all users.