Schedule - pgDay Paris 2025
Why PostgreSQL people should really care about Kafka and Debezium?
Date: 2025-03-20
Time: 14:25–15:10
Room: Auditorium
In the realm of data management, the convergence of Postgres, Kafka, and Debezium heralds a new era of possibilities. This talk is a compelling exploration into why individuals immersed in the Postgres ecosystem must pay careful attention to Kafka and Debezium, unveiling the transformative impact of this trinity on data architecture.
The discussion kicks off by unraveling the unique strengths of each player - obviously Postgres as a robust relational database, Kafka as a resilient event streaming platform and Debezium as the linchpin enabling change data capture (CDC). Attendees will embark on a journey through the intricacies of integrating these technologies, understanding how their synergy facilitates real-time data propagation and synchronization.
Throughout the talk, we'll dive into the benefits that arise when Postgres enthusiasts embrace Kafka and Debezium, from unlocking unparalleled insights into database changes to fortifying data consistency across distributed systems. Practical insights and real-world examples will illuminate the potential pitfalls in this integration, coupled with strategies to navigate challenges effectively.
This talk aspires to empower Postgres aficionados to navigate the evolving data terrain with confidence, fostering a community that recognizes the symbiotic relationship between Postgres, Kafka, and Debezium as the key to unlocking the full potential of their data ecosystems.