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authorGeorge V. Neville-Neil <gnn@FreeBSD.org>2012-05-12 20:38:18 +0000
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+Examples - Script demos, screenshots, and how to read the output
+
+ This directory contains an example file per script in the DTraceToolkit.
+
+ When I hear of a new performance tool or what not, the first thing I want
+ to see are screenshots. They illustrate,
+
+ - generally what the tool is for
+ - many details and features, since the output is (supposed to be)
+ as intuitive as possible
+ - how to use the tool (command line usage)
+
+ It is a rapid way to get a handle on what a tool generally is, and how
+ to start using it. The files in this directory serve that purpose.
+
+ These are especially important now that the DTraceToolkit has over 200
+ scripts. Flicking through these files and seeing the screenshots may
+ be the quickest way to find what you are after.
+
+ Of course, don't forget to read the man pages and notes files too :)
+