Design Principles of Apache Kafka and Writing a Technical Book

Exploration of Apache Kafka's design principles combining log aggregation and PubSub message queue systems for durability and scalability. Discussion on key features like partitioned topics, durable records, and consumer groups, as well as the evolution of Kafka to meet enterprise needs. Insights on writing a technical book, 'The Missing README,' covering workplace lessons, the collaborative writing process, and differences between traditional and independent publishing.