You want to send JSON objects to a Kafka topic and receive them as Java objects in Spring Boot. Which configuration is necessary?

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Spring Boot - Messaging

AConfigure KafkaTemplate and @KafkaListener with JSON serializer and deserializer

BUse String serializer and deserialize manually in listener

CNo configuration needed; Kafka handles JSON automatically

DUse @KafkaJsonListener annotation instead of @KafkaListener

Step-by-Step Solution

Solution:

Step 1: Understand serialization and deserialization
Kafka needs serializers to convert Java objects to JSON and deserializers to convert JSON back to Java objects.
Step 2: Apply correct configuration
KafkaTemplate and @KafkaListener must be configured with JSON serializer/deserializer to handle JSON automatically.
Final Answer:
Configure KafkaTemplate and @KafkaListener with JSON serializer and deserializer -> Option A
Quick Check:
JSON serialization requires explicit config [OK]

Quick Trick: Set JSON serializer/deserializer for object messages [OK]

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