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In this video, we explore how Regular Expressions (RegEx) can be a powerful asset for data filtering, transformation, and validation in integrations—and how ZigiOps makes working with RegEx simple, even for non-technical users. Learn how to apply pre-built patterns, define custom expressions, and boost the precision of your IT integrations across platforms like Dynatrace, OBM, and AppDynamics.

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Step 1 – What is RegEx and Why It Matters in Integrations

Get a quick introduction to Regular Expressions and how they help extract, match, or transform specific types of data within integrations—for example, identifying errors, extracting IPs, or simplifying metric names.

Step 2 – How ZigiOps Makes RegEx Easy

Learn how ZigiOps pre-defines common RegEx patterns like:

Convert to upper/lower case

Extract first/last characters

Replace text

Match IPs or short hostnames
Even non-technical users can apply them without needing to understand RegEx syntax.

Step 3 – Creating Custom Patterns

Advanced users can define their own patterns through ZigiOps’ Pattern Expression editor. We show you how to:

Name your pattern (e.g., shorthost)

Select the source field (e.g., hostname)

Apply a custom pattern (e.g., extract short host from FQDN or IP)

Step 4 – Real-World Use Cases

Dynatrace to OBM Topology Mapping

See how short hostnames and FQDNs are extracted from Dynatrace and mapped precisely to OBM fields using pre-defined patterns.

Dynatrace Metrics Simplification

Explore how RegEx strips complex metric names like builtin:apps.web.apdex.userType:names into clean, usable strings like apdex.userType.

AppDynamics Node Metrics to OBM

Discover how RegEx captures the right part of a grouped metric string using patterns like .*\|(.+)$.

Step 5 – How ZigiOps Handles RegEx Internally

Understand where and how RegEx is used:

During the transform phase

Within mapping and response mapping

But not as a trigger (except for Last Time expressions)

Final Thoughts – Why RegEx is a Game-Changer in Integrations

With ZigiOps, RegEx becomes accessible to all users—powerful enough for deep customization, but simplified for speed and clarity. Whether you're a tech-savvy admin or just getting started, patterns help you extract exactly what you need and scale integrations faster.

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Want to see how ZigiOps RegEx patterns can simplify your specific integration use case? Book a free demo with our team and experience the power of no-code, high-precision integrations.

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