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What is the primary role of a converter in Kafka Connect?

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What is the primary role of a converter in Kafka Connect?
ATo compress data before sending
BTo convert data between Kafka's internal format and the connector's data format
CTo route messages to different topics
DTo filter messages based on content
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Understand converter function

    Converters translate data between Kafka's internal byte format and the connector's data format (like JSON or Avro).

  2. Step 2: Identify the correct role

    Filtering, routing, and compression are not converter roles but belong to other components or transforms.

  3. Final Answer:

    To convert data between Kafka's internal format and the connector's data format -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Converter role = Data format translation [OK]
Quick Trick: Converters handle data format translation, not filtering or routing [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Confusing converters with transforms
  • Thinking converters filter or route data
  • Assuming converters compress data

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