faq.md

Frequently asked questions

How do I configure the agent?

The agent is configured using a YAML file. Use the --config flag to tell stanza where to find this file.

This file defines a collection of operators that make up a pipeline. Each operator possesses a type field, and can optionally be given an id as well.

pipeline:
  - type: udp_input
    listen_address: :5141

  - type: syslog_parser
    parse_from: message
    protocol: rfc5424

  - type: elastic_output

What is a plugin?

A plugin is a templated set of operators. Read more about plugins here.

Does Stanza support HTTP proxies?

Yes. Read about the details here.