plox

Generate time-series plots from log files using regular expressions and gnuplot.

5|Updated Apr 19, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/michalkucharczyk/plox --skill plox
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Skill: plox
Source: https://github.com/michalkucharczyk/plox/tree/main/misc/claude-skill
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/michalkucharczyk/plox --skill plox

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill transforms raw, timestamped log files into insightful visual graphs, making it easy to understand trends, identify anomalies, and monitor system performance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Time-Series Plotting: Plot numeric values extracted from logs against time.
  • Event Tracking: Mark specific events or count their occurrences over time.
  • Data Comparison: Compare metrics across multiple log files side-by-side.
  • Use Case: You have application logs with duration metrics. Use this Skill to plot the duration over time to identify performance bottlenecks.

Quick Start

Use the plox skill to graph the 'duration' from the attached file 'app.log'.

Frequently Asked Questions about plox

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I visualize numeric values from log files over time?

You can visualize log data over time by using regular expressions to parse timestamped log files and generate time-series plots of numeric fields. This allows you to track metrics like duration against time to identify trends.

Can I compare metrics from multiple log files side-by-side?

Yes, comparing metrics across multiple log files is supported. You can generate visual graphs that plot data from multiple log sources side-by-side using multi-panel layouts to help identify anomalies.

Do I need gnuplot to generate time-series plots from application logs?

Yes, you need gnuplot to generate time-series plots from application logs. It is required specifically for PNG output, and you also need the plox CLI tool to process the log data and handle the plotting.

What is the best way to track specific events and their occurrences in log data?

The best way to track events in log data is to use configurable parsing to mark specific events or count their occurrences over time. This transforms raw, timestamped log files into insightful visual graphs for monitoring.

How does regular expression parsing work for extracting log fields?

Regular expression parsing works by matching patterns in your timestamped log files to extract numeric fields and event markers. This configurable parsing enables you to plot time deltas and generate statistical visualizations.