aspire-otel

Configure Aspire dashboard and OpenTelemetry for local .NET observability.

Updated Mar 28, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/congiuluc/my-awesome-copilot --skill aspire-otel
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Skill: aspire-otel
Source: https://github.com/congiuluc/my-awesome-copilot/tree/main/skills/aspire-otel
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/congiuluc/my-awesome-copilot --skill aspire-otel

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Set up Aspire dashboard and OpenTelemetry for local .NET observability, enabling a streamlined observability stack for development environments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Load Aspire scaffolding references to bootstrap AppHost and ServiceDefaults.
  • Load OpenTelemetry instrumentation references and dashboard configuration to enable tracing, metrics, and logs in local development.
  • Verify telemetry flows to the Aspire dashboard and support standalone dashboard scenarios.

Quick Start

Load the Aspire scaffolding reference, the OpenTelemetry instrumentation reference, and the dashboard configuration, then run the AppHost to launch the dashboard with telemetry enabled.

Frequently Asked Questions about aspire-otel

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I set up the Aspire dashboard and OpenTelemetry for local .NET observability?

To set up local .NET observability, load Aspire scaffolding references for AppHost and ServiceDefaults, apply OpenTelemetry instrumentation, configure dashboard settings, and run the AppHost to verify telemetry is visible.

What is the process to bootstrap Aspire AppHost and ServiceDefaults for tracing and metrics?

Bootstrapping AppHost and ServiceDefaults involves loading Aspire scaffolding references alongside OpenTelemetry instrumentation references, enabling tracing, metrics, and logs to flow directly to the local dashboard.

Can I use Aspire orchestration with OpenTelemetry instrumentation in my local development environment?

Yes, Aspire orchestration fully supports OpenTelemetry instrumentation in local development by applying dashboard configuration across AppHost and ServiceDefaults to capture and display telemetry data.

Does the Aspire dashboard support standalone scenarios for local development telemetry?

The Aspire dashboard supports standalone scenarios for local development telemetry, allowing you to verify telemetry flows and view tracing, metrics, and logs independently within your .NET observability stack.

Why is my OpenTelemetry telemetry not appearing in the Aspire dashboard?

If OpenTelemetry telemetry is not visible in the Aspire dashboard, verify that instrumentation references are correctly loaded, dashboard configuration is properly applied across ServiceDefaults, and the AppHost is actively running.