dd-logs

Manage Datadog log data with the Datadog Pup CLI.

975|100|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/datadog-labs/pup --skill dd-logs
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Skill: dd-logs
Source: https://github.com/datadog-labs/pup/tree/main/skills/dd-logs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/datadog-labs/pup --skill dd-logs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the management of Datadog logs, enabling efficient searching, configuration of processing pipelines, cost control through exclusion filters, and archival of historical data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Log Searching: Quickly find specific log entries using powerful query syntax and filters.
  • Pipeline Management: Define and manage log processing rules to structure and enrich log data.
  • Cost Optimization: Implement exclusion filters to reduce log ingestion volume and associated costs.
  • Archiving: Configure and manage log archives for long-term storage and compliance.
  • Log-Based Metrics: Create custom metrics directly from log data for cost-effective monitoring.

Quick Start

Search for all error logs from the last hour using the dd-logs skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about dd-logs

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I reduce Datadog log ingestion costs?

Reduce Datadog log ingestion costs by implementing exclusion filters to drop unnecessary log entries before ingestion. This Skill configures processing pipelines and filters to actively control log volume and associated monitoring expenses.

How do I search Datadog logs for specific errors?

Search Datadog logs for specific errors by using query syntax and filters to quickly find targeted log entries. This Skill structures log data queries to retrieve specific events from your ingestion pipelines.

What is the best way to manage Datadog log archives for compliance?

Manage Datadog log archives for compliance by configuring historical data storage directly through this Skill. It handles archival setup to ensure long-term retention and compliance requirements are met for your log data.

Can I create custom metrics from Datadog log data?

Create custom metrics from Datadog log data for cost-effective monitoring using this Skill. It supports log-based metric generation to derive custom performance indicators directly from processed log entries.

Do I need the Datadog Pup CLI to configure log pipelines?

You need the Datadog Pup CLI to execute commands for configuring log pipelines. This Skill requires the Pup CLI environment to define processing rules and structure log data enrichment.

How does sensitive data scrubbing work in Datadog logs?

Sensitive data scrubbing in Datadog logs works by applying processing rules within pipelines to mask or remove confidential information. This Skill configures these rules to ensure log data remains secure during search and archival.