Release Notes

This release introduces new features, enhancements, and bug fixes to the LivestreamIQ Kafka Manager, focusing on improving performance, usability, and overall stability of the system. Detailed information is provided below.

Release Notes for LivestreamIQ Version 3.5.0

April 16, 2025

1. Version Information

Version: 3.5.0

2. New Features

Data Masking: LivestreamIQ now has data masking capabilities, allowing users to protect sensitive information while maintaining visibility into Kafka message content.
Enhanced Filtering Options: New filtering capabilities have been added to help users more efficiently navigate through large volumes of Kafka data and logs.
Logs Dashboard with Graphical Representation: The Logs feature now includes a comprehensive dashboard with visual representations of log data, making it easier to identify patterns and issues at a glance.

Previous Release: LivestreamIQ Version 3.4.2

September 25, 2024

1. Version Information

Version: 3.4.2

2. New Features

Logs Tab for Kafka Cluster Logs: A new "Logs" tab has been added to LivestreamIQ, providing users with the ability to view Kafka cluster logs directly from the UI. This feature enhances troubleshooting and monitoring capabilities by giving easy access to real-time log data.
Brokers >> Metrics Tab with JMX Metrics: The "Metrics" tab under the Brokers section now displays Kafka JMX metrics in graph format. This feature allows users to visually monitor Kafka broker performance, making it easier to detect potential issues and optimize cluster efficiency.

3. Log Collection via Filebeat

LivestreamIQ now collects logs through Filebeat, which is deployed as a separate daemonset. Filebeat is a lightweight tool that can run with minimal resources, ensuring it does not affect Kafka's performance. This release introduces important monitoring enhancements and simplifies the log collection process, ensuring more efficient Kafka cluster management.