Training Kafka Connect - Integrating Real-Time Data Pipelines

$3,465

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: GTZ287
10 people max.
$3,465
In-company rate: from $6,290 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
3 days
Onsite

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Why this program matters

  • Without Kafka Connect mastery, data pipelines lack reliability, causing 40% losses in processing time according to Confluent.

  • Information silos generate 25% analytical errors, costing companies an average of 500k€ per year according to Gartner.

  • 68% of streaming incidents in 2024 stem from poorly configured connectors, blocking AI and real-time decisions.

  • Career risk: obsolescence versus certified data engineers.

  • Every delay widens the competitive gap; take action now for scalable flows.

Alicia DIOH, Managing Director · Finance, AI & Management trainer
Alicia DIOH

Managing Director · Finance, AI & Management trainer

73%productivity gap
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Kafka Connect training objectives

  • Master Kafka Connect connectors for professional integrations
  • Configure source and sink pipelines in distributed mode
  • Implement advanced transformations with SMT for clean data
  • Optimize Kafka Connect performance in enterprise environments
  • Monitor data flows with monitoring and alerts
  • Develop custom connectors for specific business cases

Program

Kafka Connect curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : Kafka Connect Fundamentals: Installation and Source/Sink Connectors (JDBC, File, Kafka Topics)

Quick installation of Kafka Connect in standalone and distributed modes with Docker, hands-on with source connectors like JDBCSource to extract enterprise SQL data, practical exercises on ingesting application logs into Kafka topics, configuration of FileSink and KafkaSink to export to NoSQL databases, end-to-end tests with Avro schema validation, debugging via REST API logs, creation of a first operational pipeline and sharing of deliverables in group.

Module 2 : Kafka Connect Transformations: SMT and Advanced Connectors (Debezium, Regex, Data Enrichment)

Exploration of Single Message Transforms to filter, enrich, and route data in real time, practical implementation of SMT such as ReplaceField and TimestampConverter on real enterprise data streams, integration of the Debezium connector for CDC from MySQL/PostgreSQL, exercises on complex transformations with regex and HoistField, error handling and dead letter queues, offset optimization for incident recovery, production of tested transformed pipelines using tools like kcat, focus on immediate business value.

Module 3 : Kafka Connect Deployment: Scaling, Monitoring, and Custom Connectors (Prometheus, JMX, Java Development)

Deployment in a Kubernetes cluster with horizontal scaling of Kafka Connect workers, advanced configuration for high availability and fault tolerance, setup of monitoring with Prometheus/Grafana and alerts on latency/throughput, development of a custom Java connector for proprietary business APIs, exercises on offset management and exactly-once semantics, real enterprise case with legacy migration to streaming, code review and presentation of the red thread project, post-training implementation plan.

How Kafka Connect skills are assessed

  • Technical MCQ on Kafka Connect at the end of the training
  • Continuous assessment via exercises and practical pipelines
  • Presentation of the red thread project with live demo

How the Kafka Connect course is taught

  • Courses led by a practicing Kafka expert
  • Practical exercises on real enterprise data cases
  • Progressive red thread project over 3 days
  • Complete course materials and online resources

Kafka Connect training: access and practical arrangements

The Training Kafka Connect - Integrating Real-Time Data Pipelines program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training Kafka Connect - Integrating Real-Time Data Pipelines program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training Kafka Connect - Integrating Real-Time Data Pipelines program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Kafka Connect training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Kafka Connect: frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in Kafka Connect training?+
Hands-on work runs on JDBC, file, kafka Topics, debezium, regex and data Enrichment. Those tools come from the Kafka Connect program itself, delivered on site over 3 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after Kafka Connect training?+
They can master Kafka Connect connectors for professional integrations, configure source and sink pipelines in distributed mode and implement advanced transformations with SMT for clean data. Those are the stated objectives of the Kafka Connect program at Intermediate level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Kafka Connect program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Kafka Connect Fundamentals: Installation and Source/Sink Connectors (JDBC, File, Kafka Topics). Day 2: Kafka Connect Transformations: SMT and Advanced Connectors (Debezium, Regex, Data Enrichment). Day 3: Kafka Connect Deployment: Scaling, Monitoring, and Custom Connectors (Prometheus, JMX, Java Development). The Kafka Connect program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is Kafka Connect training assessed?+
Assessment relies on technical MCQ on Kafka Connect at the end of the training, continuous assessment via exercises and practical pipelines and presentation of the red thread project with live demo. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Kafka Connect program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Kafka Connect training cost per participant?+
Kafka Connect training costs $3,465 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $6,290 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Kafka Connect training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Kafka Connect training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Kafka Connect training?+
Knowledge of Apache Kafka, basic Java, and JSON/Avro formats.
Is a certificate issued after Kafka Connect training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Kafka Connect training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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