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DataCamp

Introduction to Kafka

via DataCamp

Overview

Master Apache Kafka! From core concepts to advanced architecture, learn to create, manage, and troubleshoot Kafka for real-world data streaming challenges!

This course provides a solid foundation in Apache Kafka. You'll begin with understanding the core purpose and components of a Kafka installation, including topics, producers, and consumers. As you progress, you'll delve into Kafka's architecture, exploring servers, brokers, and cluster management with ZooKeeper. The course also covers creating and managing Kafka topics and equips you with essential troubleshooting tools. By the end, you'll have a thorough grasp of Kafka, ready to tackle real-world data streaming challenges.

Syllabus

  • Kafka components
    • Learn the basic purpose and components of an Apache Kafka installation. This includes an introduction to Kafka topics, writing data with producers, and reading data using consumers.
  • Kafka details
    • Dive deeper into the details and concepts in Kafka, including the architecture and underlying software components. Learn about Kafka servers, brokers, and how to manage clusters using ZooKeeper. Gain further knowledge on creating and managing Kafka topics. Learn some general tools and methods to troubleshoot issues when working with Kafka.

Taught by

Mike Metzger

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