[Video] A Brief Introduction to Kafka (with analogy)

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2024-07-11 06:00:03

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In a previous video, we discussed how GitHub improved its performance and reliability by incorporating Kafka into their architecture. If you haven't watched the video yet, you can find the link in the description.

To understand the role of Kafka in the microservices world, let's start with an analogy. Think back to the days of scheduled TV broadcasts, where missing a show meant you might never get to watch it again.

This is in stark contrast to today's streaming services like Netflix, where you can watch shows at any time with the click of a button.

itsKafka operates similarly in the microservices world, ensuring that systems remain consistent and robust even when individual services experience downtime.