[Solved] Why is it important to implement configure() and close() methods in custom SerDes? — Ans: To manage resources and configure SerDes behavior properly | Kafka

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Why is it important to implement configure() and close() methods in custom SerDes?

ATo manage resources and configure SerDes behavior properly

BThey are mandatory and must always throw exceptions

CTo automatically register SerDes with Kafka brokers

DThey replace serialize and deserialize methods

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand configure() and close() roles
configure() sets up SerDes with configs; close() frees resources when done.
Step 2: Eliminate incorrect options
They are not mandatory to throw exceptions, do not register SerDes, and do not replace serialize/deserialize.
Final Answer:
To manage resources and configure SerDes behavior properly -> Option A
Quick Check:
configure() and close() manage setup and cleanup [OK]

Quick Trick: Use configure and close to setup and cleanup SerDes [OK]

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