Apache Kafka and the Rise of the Streaming Platform

Apache Kafka and the Rise of the Streaming Platform

Explore the emerging trend of streaming platforms in this keynote address by Neha Narkhede, Co-Founder and CTO of Confluent. Discover how Apache Kafka forms the core of a new perspective on managing data flow, combining elements of messaging systems, accelerated Hadoop, rapid ETL, and scalable data integration. Learn about Kafka's role as a central nervous system for modern, digital businesses through real-world examples. Gain insights from Narkhede, one of Apache Kafka's initial authors and a key figure in developing streaming infrastructure at LinkedIn, as she explains the transformative potential of streaming platforms in tying together various aspects of data management across organizations.