How does Zerolog compare in performance to other logging libraries?

How does Zerolog compare in performance to other logging libraries?

Zerolog is known for its high performance, especially in JSON logging. It is designed to be fast and efficient, often outperforming traditional logging libraries.

What specific benchmarks show Zerolog's performance advantages?

Benchmarks indicate that Zerolog can log messages with lower latency and reduced memory allocation compared to libraries like Logrus and Zap.

Are there any scenarios where Zerolog might not be the best choice?

Yes, if you need advanced features like log rotation or complex formatting, other libraries might be more suitable.

Can you provide a code example of using Zerolog?

Sure! Here's a simple example:

import "github.com/rs/zerolog"

func main() {
    logger := zerolog.New(os.Stdout).With().Timestamp().Logger()
    logger.Info().Msg("Hello, Zerolog!")
}