Advanced Configuration

This section covers advanced configuration options to fine-tune the behavior and capabilities of our system. Understanding these settings can significantly improve performance, security, and user experience.

Network Settings

Proxy Configuration

To route traffic through a proxy server, specify the proxy details:

proxy.host = proxy.example.com
proxy.port = 8080
proxy.username = user
proxy.password = securepassword

Leave these fields blank if no proxy is used.

Connection Pooling

Adjust the maximum number of concurrent connections and idle connections to optimize resource usage.

connection.pool.max_active = 50
connection.pool.max_idle = 20
connection.pool.timeout = 60000

Security Enhancements

HTTPS Enforcement

Ensure all communication is encrypted by enforcing HTTPS.

security.https.enforce = true

This setting requires valid SSL certificates to be configured.

Rate Limiting

Protect your API endpoints from abuse by setting request limits per IP address or user.

security.ratelimit.requests_per_minute = 100
security.ratelimit.burst = 20

Consult the Security Best Practices for detailed guidance.

Authentication Methods

Configure allowed authentication methods such as OAuth2, JWT, or API Keys.

security.auth.methods = ["jwt", "api_key"]
security.jwt.secret = <your_super_secret_key>

Never commit your secret keys directly into version control. Use environment variables or a secrets management system.

Performance Tuning

Caching Strategy

Configure caching parameters to reduce latency and database load.

cache.enabled = true
cache.ttl_seconds = 3600
cache.provider = "redis"

Supported cache providers include 'redis', 'memcached', and 'local'.

Logging Levels

Adjust the verbosity of logs to monitor system activity effectively.

logging.level = "INFO"

Possible levels: DEBUG, INFO, WARN, ERROR.

Customizations

Feature Flags

Enable or disable experimental features using feature flags.

features.new_dashboard = true
features.beta_feature_x = false

Theming and Branding

Customize the appearance of the user interface with custom themes.

ui.theme = "dark"
ui.logo_url = "/path/to/your/logo.png"

Tip: After making changes to configuration files, remember to restart the relevant services for the changes to take effect. Always back up your configuration before making significant modifications.