The 12 Factor Apps methodology states that we should treat logs as an event stream and send all events to stdout. But is this right? What are the implications of this? Is there an alternative that stays true to this in spirit but offers more? In this session, we’ll explore what the 12 Factor App says about logs and the pros and cons of what it outlines as a methodology. We will then look at some possible alternate options and how they could meet the spirit of the 12 Factor App Methodology but provide an easier path. This session will include looking at Fluentd as mentioned in the 12 Factor App methodology.