Learning Splunk - What’s New in Splunk 8.0

The video discusses the new features in Splunk Version 8, released in October 2019. It highlights enhancements that improve performance and introduces Python 3.7 support, allowing both Python 3.7 and 2.7 to run simultaneously. This change is significant for Splunk administrators as it facilitates the transition from Python 2.7, which is nearing end-of-life. The video also mentions minor updates in point releases 8.0.1 and 8.0.2. Viewers are encouraged to consult the release notes for detailed information and to prepare for future upgrades.

What is the significance of the ability to run both Python 3.7 and 2.7 in Splunk 8.0?

What should users do when a new version of Splunk is released?