As MySQL-based LAMP application environments scale, they are becoming more challenging to troubleshoot and manage. The continued growth of choices on Linux and the popularity of open source have changed the characteristics of the modern software stack. No longer do the components and tools we use come from a small number of providers. More than two-thirds of enterprises are using open source technologies and there are more than 100,000 open source projects. The typical Linux distro installs 50 or more services by default and many services and components need to work together. How can MySQL developers, data center professionals, and support staff understand what's happeninging with their running systems and troubleshoot problems more effectively?

This session, will highlight the challenges troubleshooting MySQL-based LAMP application environments. We'll examine tools and techniques and provide practical advice through real world troubleshooting examples. Attendees will learn more effective approaches to common and complex problem identification, analysis, and resolution.