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Apache Kafka Series - Kafka Connect Hands-on Learning

Kafka Connect - Learn How to Source Twitter Data, Store in Apache Kafka Topics and Sink in ElasticSearch and PostgreSQL

Stéphane Maarek

Created by Stéphane Maarek

Explore how to move data seamlessly between Apache Kafka and other systems using Kafka Connect. You'll get practical experience sourcing real-time data, managing connectors, and integrating with tools like ElasticSearch and PostgreSQL. Build confidence in deploying and managing scalable data pipelines.

Packt | May 2018 | 254 min

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LevelIntermediate
CategoriesData Engineering, Real-Time Data Processing and Stream Analytics, Kafka

What You Will Learn

You will work through hands-on exercises that guide you from setting up Kafka Connect clusters to configuring and deploying connectors. By interacting with real-world data sources and sinks, you'll develop practical skills in managing data pipelines and troubleshooting common integration challenges. Each step builds your ability to use Kafka Connect confidently.

Key Features

  • Set up and manage Kafka Connect clusters for reliable data streaming
  • Configure and deploy source and sink connectors for real-time integration
  • Work with both standalone and distributed modes to fit different deployment needs

Target Audience

This content is ideal for developers and architects who already understand core Apache Kafka concepts and want to deepen their skills with Kafka Connect. If you're looking to integrate streaming data between Kafka and other systems or design robust data pipelines, you'll find practical guidance and actionable steps to reach your goals.

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