Overview
This guide outlines the steps to integrate Apache Kafka with Node.js for Zomato, focusing specifically on managing the "ride-updates" topic. Kafka serves as a scalable, fault-tolerant streaming platform ideal for real-time data pipelines and applications.
Pre-requisites
Apache Kafka installation Node.js installation Docker installation Zookeeper usage Setup Steps
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Install Kafka Download and extract Apache Kafka from the official website.
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Configure Kafka Adjust Kafka settings as needed by editing config/server.properties.
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Set Up Node.js Initialize your Node.js project and install the required Kafka packages using npm.
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Manage Kafka Topics Create and manage Kafka topics such as "ride-updates" using the appropriate Kafka command line tools.
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Integration Integrate Kafka with your existing Zomato architecture to handle real-time data streams effectively.