Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams and ksqlDB
This course teaches developers and data engineers to build real-time streaming applications using Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams, and ksqlDB, solving the critical challenge of processing high-volume data streams with low latency. Designed for professionals facing growing demand—over 3,000+ job postings on LinkedIn cite Kafka expertise—this training delivers hands-on skills in stream processing, stateful aggregations, and SQL-based stream querying.
Prepares learners for the Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka (CCDAK) exam with official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access at Koenig Solutions. Gain the expertise to design scalable event-driven architectures and accelerate your career in high-growth data engineering roles.
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Course Overview
The Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams and ksqlDB course by Apache Kafka is designed to equip developers, data engineers, and solutions architects with the skills to build and manage real-time event-driven applications using the Apache Kafka ecosystem. This training aligns with the Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka (CCDAK) certification, a widely recognized credential validating expertise in Kafka-based application development. Targeted at professionals aiming to master stream processing, the course is ideal for roles such as Data Engineer, Big Data Architect, and DevOps Engineer. With over 80% of Fortune 100 companies—including Spotify, Uber, and Airbnb—relying on Apache Kafka for their data infrastructure, demand for certified professionals continues to grow across finance, e-commerce, and technology sectors.
Participants will gain hands-on experience with core technologies including Apache Kafka Streams, ksqlDB, Kafka Connect, Confluent Schema Registry, Confluent Control Center, and the Confluent REST Proxy. Through instructor-led, practical labs, students configure and deploy real-time streaming applications using the Kafka Streams API and write SQL-like queries in ksqlDB to filter, enrich, aggregate, and join data streams. The lab environment leverages Docker and Confluent for VS Code to simulate real-world deployments, enabling learners to build scalable, fault-tolerant microservices. A key project involves creating a fraud detection system that processes live order streams, performs stream-table joins to enrich data, and applies time-windowed aggregations to identify suspicious patterns—mirroring actual use cases in modern data architectures.
This course prepares candidates for the Confluent Certified Developer for Apache Kafka (CCDAK) exam, a credential respected by top-tier tech firms for its rigorous validation of real-time data processing skills. Certified professionals command competitive salaries, with senior Kafka engineers earning median base compensation of $190,000–$260,000 in the U.S., and total compensation reaching up to $380,000 at leading technology organizations. Koenig Solutions enhances this learning journey with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official Confluent courseware, and optional 1-on-1 mentoring, ensuring personalized support. Graduates emerge ready to lead streaming data initiatives, drive real-time analytics, and advance into high-impact roles in event-driven architecture and distributed systems engineering.
What You'll Learn
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- Proficiency in Java or Scala is essential for developing Kafka Streams applications within the Apache Kafka ecosystem
- Understanding core Apache Kafka concepts such as topics, producers, consumers, brokers, and partitions is fundamental for mastering Kafka data streaming
- Experience with Kafka client libraries (kafka-clients) and serialization formats like JSON and Avro enhances your ability to build efficient Kafka applications
- Familiarity with stream processing techniques such as filtering, mapping, aggregations, and joins is crucial for effective real-time data analysis using Apache Kafka's streaming tools
- Knowledge of SQL syntax and semantics is necessary for developing queries with ksqlDB, enabling real-time data manipulation and analysis
- A basic understanding of distributed systems and fault-tolerant architecture ensures reliable Kafka stream processing and system resilience
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
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Official Courseware
Hands-On Lab Environment (30 days)
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Hands-On Lab
Live Lab Sandbox
Real EnvironmentPractice in a real lab environment with full access to the tools and services covered in the course.
30+ Guided Labs
30+Step-by-step lab exercises designed to reinforce each module with practical, hands-on tasks.
Lab Manual Included
Full GuideComprehensive lab guide with detailed instructions, screenshots, and troubleshooting tips.
Post-Training Access
30 Days30 days of extended lab access after your training ends so you can continue practicing.
Career Outcomes
of Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams and ksqlDB certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams and ksqlDB certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- Data Engineer
- Kafka Administrator
- Streaming Data Engineer
- Real-time Analytics Engineer
- Kafka Developer
- Big Data Platform Engineer
Companies Hiring
and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking Apache Kafka, Kafka Streams and ksqlDB certified professionals
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