Segment CDP Patterns Analytics.js Browser Integration
Client-side tracking with Analytics.js. Include track, identify, page, and group calls. Anonymous ID persists until identify merges with user.
Server-Side Tracking with Node.js
High-performance server-side tracking using @segment/analytics-node. Non-blocking with internal batching. Essential for backend events, webhooks, and sensitive data.
Tracking Plan Design
Design event schemas using Object + Action naming convention. Define required properties, types, and validation rules. Connect to Protocols for enforcement.
Anti-Patterns ❌ Dynamic Event Names ❌ Tracking Properties as Events ❌ Missing Identify Before Track ⚠️ Sharp Edges Issue Severity Solution Issue medium See docs Issue high See docs Issue medium See docs Issue high See docs Issue low See docs Issue medium See docs Issue medium See docs Issue high See docs