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Apache Kafka provides schema management capabilities through the Schema Registry, including various levels of compatibility. In this article, we will discuss three types of transitive compatibility: BACKWARDTRANSITIVE, FORWARDTRANSITIVE, and FULL_TRANSITIVE. Additionally, we will analyze their pros, cons, and provide code examples. BACKWARD_TRANSITIVE Description Backward transitive compatibility means that a new version of the schema must … Read more

If you’re trying to build a high-scale application in the cloud, sometimes it’s easy assume you can just add more servers or let the platform sort itself out. However, there’re very subtle pitfalls which can derail your efforts significantly. In recent years, I have come across a recurring set of often surprising issues with major consequences. In this article, we will walk through frequent pitfalls, share some real-world stories and provide practical suggestions on how to approach them. “Everything fails, all the time.” —Werner Vogels (CTO, Amazon) 1. … Read more

As BTC surpasses the $100,000 milestone, cryptocurrency has once again captured mainstream attention, attracting an influx of new users into the market, and making the selection of sound investment opportunities a key concern. In recent weeks, platform tokens, led by BNB and MX, have performed notably well, reigniting interest across the sector. The market narrative … Read more

Think back to those days when you met the love of your life. The feeling was mutual. The world seemed like a better place, and you were on an exciting journey with your significant other. You were both “all-in” as you made plans for a life together. Life was amazing … until it wasn’t. When … Read more

December 2024’s rally saw Bitcoin breaking the $108,000 barrier for the first time ever. Although this historic milestone saw a pullback, BTC maintained its position above $95K as investor sentiment remained bullish. This is mainly because fundamental forces drove this rally instead of just hype. In fact, the domino effect of Bitcoin’s rise rippled through … Read more

The Internet is a gargantuan system, reaching over the last 50 years a scale so massive that it can barely be mapped. At the center of this colossus, however, is a group of humble but mighty protocols, known collectively as the Internet protocol suite or TCP/IP, which form the bedrock of the Internet as we … Read more

Artificial intelligence has become an essential part of our digital lives, but for many users, these tools still feel limited. While they excel in general tasks like answering questions or summarizing information, they struggle to adapt to the unique and personal context of our day-to-day activities. This raises a question that has long been overlooked: … Read more

A recent Harvard study (see full paper) reveals a chilling milestone in the evolution of cyber threats: AI-driven phishing campaigns are now as effective as human experts. This marks a significant escalation in the sophistication, scalability, and success rates of online scams. Breaking Down the Study Researchers conducted four distinct phishing scenarios: Traditional phishing emails … Read more

Today, I want to share something that has genuinely changed the way I approach learning, working, and even managing my day-to-day life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or in need of a fresh perspective, then this video is for you. Let me introduce you to AI prompts that can transform your life. Each one … Read more