Best Apache Kafka® Podcasts (2025)

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AI in BI: the Path to Full Self-Driving Analytics 30:51

21d ago30:51

30:51

As a corollary to Max's new blog post, "AI in BI: The Path to Full Self Drive", this episode is a bit of.... an experiment. It explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing business intelligence (BI), from accelerating data analysis and surfacing key insights to enabling predictive models and automating decision-making. AI is changing how…

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Malcolm Matalka: Co-Founder at Terrateam 50:38

2M ago50:38

50:38

Interview With Malcolm Matalka: Co-Founder, Terrateam Ben Rometsch chats with Malcolm Matalka, co-founder of Terrateam, to discuss the company’s inception and its eventual shift to open source. Together, they discuss how his frustrations with the click ops approach prompted Malcolm to create his own team to disrupt the system and pave the way for m…

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OWASP 53:21

3M ago53:21

53:21

With almost every transaction being done through the internet, your personal information and finances must be protected at all costs from hackers and scammers. Therefore, cybersecurity is important now more than ever. Leading the charge in keeping the digital world safe and secure is OWASP, a non-profit organization working mainly on software secur…

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Chris Villa, Co-Founder of Puck & Measured 50:01

3M ago50:01

50:01

Interview With Chris Villa: Co-Founder, Puck & Measured Puck, an open-source project, has exploded in popularity, becoming a major focus for Chris Villa and his team. But how do you balance a runaway open-source hit with the demands of running a consultancy? Join Ben Rometsch as he sits down with Chris Villa, co-founder of both Puck and Measured, t…

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James McLeod: Open Source Program Lead at NatWest Group 56:39

4M ago56:39

56:39

Joining this episode is James McLeod, Open Source Program Lead at NatWest Group. He looks back on his career journey, from his role at the Linux Foundation, his efforts in scaling the FINOS project, to the creation of London.js. Reflecting on the many lessons throughout his professional life, James stressed the importance of proper data documentati…

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Moritz Klack & Christopher Möller: Co-Founders, xyflow 34:41

5M ago34:41

34:41

This episode features Moritz Klack and Christopher Möller, Co-Founders of xyflow. They look back on their career journey leading to their current company, from developing webkid, creating Datablocks, and launching React Flow. They discuss their transition from agency work to open source, their pricing strategies, and the importance of community fee…

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Designated Driver #8 • Altinity with Robert Hodges 41:16

6M ago41:16

41:16

Anyone up for a Boulevardier? Of course you are! Join special guest Robert Hodges, CEO of Altinity as we learn about databases and oh-so-much more. Grab a snack/drink/whatever, and join us. Try Altinity for free at https://altinity.com/ Learn more about Apache Superset at https://superset.apache.org/ Get Preset for free, forever, at https://preset.…

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Konstantin Vinogradov, General Partner At Runa Capital 43:34

6M ago43:34

43:34

With their keen eye for innovation and their knack for spotting the next big thing, Runa Capital is at the forefront of the tech revolution. In this episode, Ben Rometsch delves into the world of open-source software with Konstantin Vinogradov, General Partner at Runa Capital. Konstantin reflects on the founding principles of Runa Capital and its c…

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Ivan Burazin: Co-Founder of Daytona 49:37

7M ago49:37

49:37

Ivan Burazin proudly presents Daytona, a secure open-source development environment manager that allows developers to tailor their environments according to their specific needs. Ivan looks back on how their company started as an enterprise product before becoming an open-source project for individual developers. He breaks down its most important f…

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Analytics Everywhere #10 • Alexander Gallego of Redpanda 56:55

7M ago56:55

56:55

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Redpanda founder & CEO Alexander Gallego, as we dive into all sorts of topics from the project's origin story, to trends in streaming data, AI, and much more. Check out Redpanda at ⁠https://redpanda.comTry Preset for free, forever, at ⁠https://preset.io/Learn more about how Preset can help your business: ht…

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Chuck Carpenter: Founder, Shepherd Pro & Host, Whiskey Web and Whatnot 42:57

8M ago42:57

42:57

Buckle up for a journey into Shepherd! In this episode, Chuck Carpenter, the founder of Shepherd Pro and host of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, joins Ben Rometsch to delve into Shepherd and Shepherd JS, an influential open-source library for creating interactive guides in JavaScript. Chuck shares his deep involvement over seven years as a maintainer, hig…

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Analytics Everywhere #9 • Devin Stein of Dosu 43:42

8M ago43:42

43:42

Today we welcome Devin Stein, Founder & CEO of Dosu. Dosu offers GitHub repo automation tools built around custom LLM agents, trained on your repo's issues/PRs and related content. Learn about how it's been helping the Apache Superset project and can help your repo too!Try out Dosu⁠ Try Preset for free Learn more about how Preset can help your busi…

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Making Open Source More Secure and Sustainable 36:26

8M ago36:26

36:26

Open-source software is a cornerstone of modern tech infrastructure, yet its sustainability is often precarious. In this episode of Data (R)evolution, Josep Prat and Floor Drees join host Francesco Tisiot to dive into the critical need for sustainable open-source. They emphasize the importance of supporting open-source projects to ensure their stab…

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Julius Volz, CoFounder of Prometheus 53:43

9M ago53:43

53:43

Managing a modern application landscape can be a balancing act. Enter Prometheus, an open-source champion for monitoring and alerting. In this episode, Julius Volz, co-founder of Prometheus and founder of PromLabs, joins Ben Rometsch to discuss the origins and evolution of Prometheus. Julius traces its inception to his early days at Google and Soun…

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Aiven's Vision for Enterprise Solutions and Sustainability 34:04

9M ago34:04

34:04

At the forefront of everything we do at Aiven, is our customers. And we do this by focusing on enterprise readiness, trust, and compliance, bringing AI closer to daily operations, and allowing customers to leverage their existing cloud agreements. In this Data (R)evolution episode, we're joined by Oskari Saarenmaa, Aiven’s CEO and Co-Founder, to ta…

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Designated Driver #7 • Apache Pinot / StarTree 46:42

9M ago46:42

46:42

It's happy hour again! Join Viktor Gamoc from Apache Pinot and StarTree to learn about him, the project, and their use cases with Superset. Grab a snack/drink/whatever, and join us. Try StarTree for free at https://startree.ai/Learn more about Apache Pinot at https://pinot.apache.org/Learn more about Apache Superset at https://superset.apache.org/G…

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Fueling Startup Innovation through Aiven’s Cluster Program 18:23

9M ago18:23

18:23

Navigating the startup landscape in the cloud era is crucial. But luckily, the Aiven platform empowers startups to succeed in this competitive and dynamic environment. In this Data (R)evolution episode, Aiven’s Ian Massingham and Angie Byron discuss the transformative impact of cloud computing on startups and the benefits of leveraging open-source …

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98% of Data Strategies Fail: Let's Fix It 11:24

9M ago11:24

11:24

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/98percent-of-data-strategies-fail-lets-fix-it. Learn how to fix failing data strategies using the '5 W's' framework. Transform your approach to KPIs and drive real business value with actionable insights. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.co…

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How To Measure The Results Of In-App Events When Onelinks Don’t Work 5:59

9M ago5:59

5:59

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-to-measure-the-results-of-in-app-events-when-onelinks-dont-work. How To Measure The Results Of In-App Events When Onelinks Don’t Work Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-science. You can also check exclusive content about #analy…

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Jonathan Schneider: Co-Founder, Moderne 43:06

9M ago43:06

43:06

Moderne is a pioneer in the field of mass-scale automated code refactoring, and it has some pretty interesting origins. In this episode, co-founder Jonathan Schneider talks about the genesis of Moderne, how he started his open-source journey from being an engineer at Netflix, and their current initiatives, including some interesting developments at…

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Navigating Kafka: Challenges, Solutions, And The Future Of Real-Time Data Streaming 33:58

9M ago33:58

33:58

The complexities of real-time data streaming and auto-scaling in the cloud are no joke. But three are solutions to make it more simple and efficient. In this Data (R)evolution episode, Matan Mizrahi and Filip Yonov join us to discuss how Kafka effectively handles and optimizes data streams, the pursuit of standardized APIs, and the vital role of AI…

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How AI-Powered Data Mapping is Democratizing Data Management 8:10

9M ago8:10

8:10

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-ai-powered-data-mapping-is-democratizing-data-management. Learn how AI-powered data mapping is transforming data management, making it more accessible and efficient for everyone. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-science. You …

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Data Engineering: What’s the Value of API Security in the Generative AI Era? 5:47

9M ago5:47

5:47

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/data-engineering-whats-the-value-of-api-security-in-the-generative-ai-era. Discover the importance of API security in the age of Generative AI. Learn how robust API protection ensures data integrity. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/d…

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Say Goodbye to Outdated Diagrams: Automate Your Infrastructure Visualization 7:15

9M ago7:15

7:15

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/say-goodbye-to-outdated-diagrams-automate-your-infrastructure-visualization. Automate your infrastructure diagrams. Guide helps you maintain fresh, accurate visuals with minimal effort, perfect for managing Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.…

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Why C-Suite Executives Won’t Cut it Without Data Skills Anymore 6:45

9M ago6:45

6:45

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/why-c-suite-executives-wont-cut-it-without-data-skills-anymore. Modern executives must master data skills to navigate data privacy, cybersecurity, and strategic decisions. Learn why C-suite leaders can't afford to lag behind Check more stories related to data-science at: h…

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The Rise of Multi-Cloud, Open source, and BYOC 42:07

9M ago42:07

42:07

Modernizing platforms for the AI-driven future is essential. The Aiven platform empowers businesses to thrive in this ever-evolving digital landscape. In this Data (R)evolution episode, Aiven’s Bob Krygowski and Stu Garrow explain why trust is the cornerstone of successful data platforms and the importance of managing multiple initiatives. They tac…

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Meet New & Improved BigQuery: Single, Unified AI-Ready Data Platform 10:20

9M ago10:20

10:20

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/meet-new-and-improved-bigquery-single-unified-ai-ready-data-platform. Google has gone a step further and unified key data Google Cloud analytics capabilities under BigQuery - now the single, AI-ready data analytics platform. Check more stories related to data-science at: h…

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Decoding Transformers' Superiority over RNNs in NLP Tasks 9:38

9M ago9:38

9:38

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/decoding-transformers-superiority-over-rnns-in-nlp-tasks. Explore the intriguing journey from Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs) to Transformers in the world of Natural Language Processing in our latest piece: 'The Trans Check more stories related to data-science at: https:/…

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Deb Goodkin, Executive Director at The FreeBSD Foundation 46:55

10M ago46:55

46:55

Ever wondered how the backbone of streaming giants like Netflix or gaming consoles like Sony PlayStation ticks? Dive deep with us in this episode as we unravel the legacy and impact of FreeBSD, one of the unsung heroes of the tech world. Join us in an insightful conversation with Deb Goodkin, the Executive Director of the FreeBSD Foundation, as we …

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Hot and cold data with Apache Kafka, Tiered Storage, and Iceberg 48:58

10M ago48:58

48:58

Utilizing the true potential of data streaming is key to business success. In this Data (R)evolution episode, we're joined by Josep Prat and Filip Yonov to dive into the transformative features of Apache Kafka and its evolving role in data architecture. They discuss the critical importance of collaboration and feedback in enhancing Kafka's capabili…

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How to Enable Auto-Start for Apache DolphinScheduler 4:18

10M ago4:18

4:18

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-to-enable-auto-start-for-apache-dolphinscheduler. To set DolphinScheduler to start automatically upon system boot, you typically need to configure it as a system service. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-science. You can also…

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Benchmarking Apache Kafka: Performance-per-price 13:11

10M ago13:11

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/benchmarking-apache-kafka-performance-per-price. This is a study comparing environments for Apache Kafka. The ultimate goal is to find the most effective setup and achieve the best price-performance ratio. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.c…

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Designated Driver Episode #6 • Confluent/Apache Kafka 25:42

10M ago25:42

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Join us with special guest Tim Berglund from Confluent and Apache Kafka. We'll spend our happy (half) hour (depending on time zone, of course!) learning all about the project's background, its use cases, and how that all flows into Superset. Grab a beverage, and let's dive in! Try Confluent for free at https://www.confluent.io/ Try Apache Superset/…

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When and When Not to Use Apache Kafka as a Database 9:26

10M ago9:26

9:26

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/when-and-when-not-to-use-apache-kafka-as-a-database. Discover how Apache Kafka’s data retention and querying capabilities make it similar to a database and learn when to use Kafka for database-like use cases. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoo…

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Analytics Everywhere #8: Avi Press of Scarf 47:44

10M ago47:44

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Today we welcome Avi Press, Founder & CEO at Scarf. Scarf offers telemetry and analytics to capture anonymized open-source usage data and find actionable insights to grow your open-source project or fuel your sales and marketing strategies. Check out Scarf at https://scarf.sh/ Try Preset for free at https://preset.io/…

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Empower Professionals to Perform Better with AI 37:13

10M ago37:13

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Adopting cloud technology to gain velocity and agility in the marketplace allows companies to focus on what matters most. However, this transition isn't without its risks. In this episode of Data (R)evolution, hosts Janki Patel Westenberg and Francesco Tisiot are joined by Dave Li, previous Senior Software Engineer at Helthjem, and Oded Valin, Co-F…

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A Leader's Guide to Data-Driven Success 7:35

10M ago7:35

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/a-leaders-guide-to-data-driven-success. Transform data from a source of frustration into a powerful business tool with this practical guide for executives. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-science. You can also check exclusive co…

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Effective Strategies for Managing Security Incidents and Compliance 46:47

10M ago46:47

46:47

In a world that's increasingly dependent on digital ecosystems, how do you ensure that your platform stands up to the demands of security and compliance? In this episode of Data (R)evolution, we are joined by Jamie Arlen, Aiven's CISO, and Chris Hill, CISO at Avaya. With rising demands for transparency and data security, Jamie and Chris discuss mai…

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Seamlessly Migrate Your On-Premise Data Pipeline to Azure with These Key Steps 12:35

10M ago12:35

12:35

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/seamlessly-migrate-your-on-premise-data-pipeline-to-azure-with-these-key-steps. Scaling AI/ML Data Needs: Migrating On-Premise Data Engineering Workloads to Azure Cloud Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-science. You can also check…

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Data Collection for Product Managers 7:55

10M ago7:55

7:55

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/data-collection-for-product-managers. Discover how product managers can bridge the gap between intuition and data to optimize product improvement with best practices and real-world examples. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-scien…

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Designated Driver Episode #5 • Shillelagh 33:59

10M ago33:59

33:59

Time to take a walk on the Irish side, as Beto tells us all about Shillelah⁠! We explore the history, use cases, and inner workings of this Python library that allows you to query many resources (APIs, files, and more) using SQL. It's not just compatible with Apache Superset, it's built for Superset! Want to get started with Shillelagh and Superset…

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Leveraging Data Granularity, Distribution, and Modeling for Effective Product Management 11:39

10M ago11:39

11:39

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/leveraging-data-granularity-distribution-and-modeling-for-effective-product-management. These three fundamental concepts are exceptionally needed for being able to use data to enhance product strategy. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c…

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How Vectors, Rag and Llama 3 Are Changing First-Party Data 7:59

10M ago7:59

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/how-vectors-rag-and-llama-3-are-changing-first-party-data. In the battle for the best data, is first-party better? Not by itself, but it could be with vectors, frameworks like RAG, and open-source models Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com…

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16 Best Sklearn Datasets for Building Machine Learning Models 21:22

10M ago21:22

21:22

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/16-best-sklearn-datasets-for-building-machine-learning-models. Sklearn datasets are included as part of the scikit-learn (sklearn) library, so they come pre-installed with the library. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-science. Yo…

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Enhancing Audit Processes With Advanced Analytical Tools 5:01

10M ago5:01

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This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/enhancing-audit-processes-with-advanced-analytical-tools. Discover how advanced analytical tools streamline audit processes, boosting accuracy and efficiency for tech professionals. Check more stories related to data-science at: https://hackernoon.com/c/data-science. You c…

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What's Happening in the Caching World: Redis, Valkey and DragonFly 16:34

10M ago16:34

16:34

In the world of software development, caching is a crucial yet complex component. What happens when one of the most popular caching systems, Redis, changes its license, sending shockwaves through the community? And how does a company pivot to not one but two solutions to ensure high-performance data management? Today's discussion dives deep into on…

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Go Clean to Be Lean: Data Optimization for Improved Business Efficiency 11:30

10M ago11:30

11:30

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/go-clean-to-be-lean-data-optimization-for-improved-business-efficiency. The article discusses cost optimization with clean data, explaining how businesses can save resources by reducing the workload for data analysts and more. Check more stories related to data-science at:…

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Efficient Data Management and Workflow Orchestration with Apache Doris Job Scheduler 7:26

10M ago7:26

7:26

This story was originally published on HackerNoon at: https://hackernoon.com/efficient-data-management-and-workflow-orchestration-with-apache-doris-job-scheduler. Apache Doris 2.1.0's built-in Job Scheduler simplifies task automation with high efficiency, flexibility, and easy integration for seamless data management. Check more stories related to …

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Building Smart Data Platforms with AI to Drive Business Innovation 22:00

10M ago22:00

22:00

Imagine a world where databases not only store vast amounts of data but autonomously optimize themselves, predict future trends, and seamlessly integrate with AI. In this Data (R)evolution episode, we share a fascinating conversation with Soumya Bijjal, the VP of Product at Aiven, and John Joseph Kennedy, the Head of Databases at Aiven, about the f…

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