Set Up Multi-Node Kafka Cluster with KRaft Consensus Protocol
October 21, 2025

Introduction Setting up a multi-node Kafka cluster with the KRaft consensus protocol is an essential step for building scalable, fault-tolerant data streams. Kafka, known for its high-throughput messaging system, benefits greatly from the KRaft protocol, which eliminates the need for Apache ZooKeeper. This tutorial will walk you through configuring Kafka nodes, connecting them to the […]

Master Kafka Management: Use KafkaAdminClient, kcat, Cruise Control
October 21, 2025

Introduction Managing an Apache Kafka cluster efficiently requires a deep understanding of tools like KafkaAdminClient, kcat, and Cruise Control. These tools allow you to programmatically manage resources, automate task handling, and optimize cluster performance. With KafkaAdminClient, you can manage topics, partitions, and other crucial resources, while kcat offers a lightweight, Java-free way to access the […]

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I’m Alireza Pourmahdavi, a founder, CEO, and builder with a background that combines deep technical expertise with practical business leadership. I’ve launched and scaled companies like Caasify and AutoVM, focusing on cloud services, automation, and hosting infrastructure. I hold VMware certifications, including VCAP-DCV and VMware NSX. My work involves constructing multi-tenant cloud platforms on VMware, optimizing network virtualization through NSX, and integrating these systems into platforms using custom APIs and automation tools. I’m also skilled in Linux system administration, infrastructure security, and performance tuning. On the business side, I lead financial planning, strategy, budgeting, and team leadership while also driving marketing efforts, from positioning and go-to-market planning to customer acquisition and B2B growth.