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Which compatibility type allows both old and new consumers to read data from each other in Kafka schema evolution?

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Kafka - Schema Registry
Which compatibility type allows both old and new consumers to read data from each other in Kafka schema evolution?
AFull compatibility
BForward compatibility
CNo compatibility
DBackward compatibility
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:
  1. Step 1: Define full compatibility

    Full compatibility means both backward and forward compatibility are satisfied.
  2. Step 2: Identify which option matches full compatibility

    Full compatibility states full compatibility, allowing both old and new consumers to read each other's data.
  3. Final Answer:

    Full compatibility -> Option A
  4. Quick Check:

    Full compatibility = both old and new consumers read data [OK]
Quick Trick: Full = both backward and forward compatibility [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing full with backward or forward only
  • Assuming no compatibility means full
  • Ignoring consumer roles

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