The Topology and Dependency Model in Dynatrace is built from what type of data?

The Topology and Dependency Model in Dynatrace is primarily constructed using real-time data collected through Smartscape, which provides a dynamic visualization of all the components of your monitored environment. Smartscape continuously analyzes the relationships and interactions among applications, hosts, processes, and services, allowing for an up-to-the-minute perspective on how these entities are interlinked.

By leveraging environment data in real-time, Dynatrace can maintain an accurate and comprehensive model that reflects the current state and dependencies within the system. This enables users to quickly identify performance bottlenecks, understand the impact of changes, and respond effectively to issues as they arise. The dynamic nature of the Smartscape feature is key, as it allows for a flexible representation that evolves with the environment, making it much more reliable than static or historical data options.

In contrast to other options, historical performance data may provide valuable insights but does not dynamically create the topology model. Similarly, artificial intelligence predictions can enhance analysis but are not the foundation of the model itself. User-defined configurations can influence monitoring but are not the data source from which the topology is constructed. Therefore, real-time data derived from Smartscape is the essential element for building the Topology and Dependency Model in Dynatrace.