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honeycomb-query-patterns from aws/tools-for-devops-agent is an agent skill: a SKILL.md folder an AI agent loads when a task calls for it.
mdr add aws/tools-for-devops-agent/honeycomb-query-patterns@v1.0.0Pins v1.0.0 in mdr.lock. Pin the fingerprint instead.
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- SKILL.md skill
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- v1.0.0, committed Oct 26, 2026
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- 137
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- Apache-2.0
Load before building or reading a Honeycomb run_query on a trace, log or event dataset. Covers which operation to pick (percentiles and HEATMAP over AVG), relational fields (root., parent., any., none.), calculated fields, query math, and how to read results such as P99/P50 ratios, heatmap bands and TOTAL/OTHER rows. For datasets with dataset_type=metrics, use honeycomb-metrics-queries instead.
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What the file says
# Honeycomb Query Patterns Requires the Honeycomb connector in the Agent Space, with its read tools enabled. Opinionated guidance for writing effective Honeycomb queries. The MCP tools already document their parameters and schemas — this skill focuses on *when* and *why* to use each pattern, not *how* to call the tools. ## Key Principles 1. **Never use AVG for latency** — AVG hides tail latency. Use P99 (or P95/P90) to see what slow users experience. Reserve AVG for non-latency metrics like payload size. 2. **Use HEATMAP for distributions** — Single-number aggregates hide bimodal patterns. HEATMAP reveals whether you have one population or two. 3. **Combine calculations in one query** — `COUNT, P99(duration_ms), HEATMAP(duration_ms)` in a single query reduces API calls and gives a complete picture. 4. **Start broad, narrow with WHERE** — Begin with a COUNT/GROUP BY to understand shape, then add filters to focus. 5. **Check for prior work** — Call `find_queries` before writing new queries. Someone may have already answered the question. ## Choosing the Right Operation | Question | Use | |----------|-----| | How much traffic? | `COUNT` grouped by route or service | …
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How to install
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Source
aws/tools-for-devops-agent · 137 stars · license Apache-2.0 · pushed 2026-11-06 · branch main
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