server-spy
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What is server-spy?
server-spy is a Rust-based monitoring tool that tracks experiment processes and server conditions (CPU, memory, I/O) to ensure fair comparison environments. It identifies performance bottlenecks, quantifies process interference, and provides LaTeX-ready reports for reproducible research.
server-spy pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
server-spy pros
- Auto-detects experiment runs and monitors resource conditions with interpretable metrics (SCI, CF, scheduling wait)
- Identifies which specific processes interfere with experiments and vice versa
- Daemon detach/reattach capability—continues recording in background while TUI is closed
- LaTeX paper-ready export for academic publication and reproducibility
- No runtime dependencies; user-level installation without sudo required
server-spy cons
- Linux-only support (Debian/Ubuntu, Fedora/RHEL, Nix/NixOS); no native Windows or macOS versions mentioned
- Terminal/TUI interface only—no graphical user interface option
- Focused on system resource monitoring; does not provide full experiment management or result analysis beyond server fairness metrics
Frequently asked questions about server-spy
What is server-spy used for?
server-spy monitors experiment processes and server conditions to ensure fair comparison environments, identifying which system components and processes slow down experiments.
How do I install server-spy?
Available via multiple package managers: curl, Nix, apt (Debian/Ubuntu), rpm (Fedora/RHEL), cargo (crates.io), or static binary—all installable without sudo.
Can monitoring run in the background?
Yes—use 'd' to detach from the TUI. The daemon keeps recording, and you can reattach anytime to view results.
What can I export?
CSV reports, LaTeX-ready statistics tables, and report templates that quantify server environment and fairness across all experiments.