Update Grafana target revision 9.0.

Change Summary

This git diff highlights an update in the monitoring module of our Infrastructure as Code (IaC) setup. Specifically, the target revision of the Grafana Helm chart has been updated from version 9.0 to 10.4.2. This change is crucial for leveraging the latest features, bug fixes, and security patches provided by the Grafana team.

Technical Details

• File Modified: IaC/modules/monitoring/main.tf
• Change: Updated the target_revision of the argocd_application resource for Grafana from "9.0" to "10.4.2".
• Implementation:
  • The target_revision specifies the version of the Helm chart to deploy.
  • The Helm chart values are encoded using yamlencode and read from values.yaml.

Key Learnings & Insights

• Reasoning Behind the Change:
  • Updating to the latest version ensures that we benefit from new features, performance improvements, and security updates.
  • Regular updates help maintain compatibility with other dependencies and reduce technical debt.
• Problem-Solving Approach:
  • Identified the need for an update through routine dependency review and security audits.
  • Verified the compatibility of the new version with our existing configuration and other services.
• Best Practices:
  • Regularly review and update dependencies to maintain a secure and efficient system.
  • Use version control and IaC to manage and track changes systematically.

Impact Assessment

• Overall System:
  • The update enhances the monitoring capabilities by incorporating the latest Grafana features and improvements.
• Performance & Security:
  • Potential performance gains and security enhancements from the updated Grafana version.
  • No immediate performance degradation expected, but monitoring post-deployment is recommended.
• Breaking Changes:
  • None identified, but thorough testing is advised to ensure compatibility with existing configurations.

Developer Notes

• Gotchas:
  • Ensure that the values.yaml file is compatible with the new Grafana version.
  • Monitor logs and metrics post-deployment for any unexpected behavior.
• Future Improvements:
  • Consider automating the dependency update process to streamline future upgrades.
  • Explore additional Grafana features introduced in the new version that could further enhance our monitoring setup.