S7E20 | Kafka Serialization Explained: JSON vs Avro vs Protobuf for Beginners
Description
In this episode of PithorAcademy Presents: Deep Dive, we break down one of the most important choices in Kafka pipelines: serialization. The format you choose—JSON, Avro, or Protobuf—directly impacts performance, compatibility, and data evolution.
We cover:
JSON vs Avro vs Protobuf – strengths and weaknesses
Trade-offs in serialization – speed, storage, compatibility
Why JSON isn’t always the best choice for real-time systems
By the end, you’ll know how to pick the right serialization format for your Kafka producers, consumers, and event-driven microservices.
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