Joe has been working in IT for the past 25 years, with 15 of those years specializing in web and application based enterprise solutions. He focuses currently on Apache Web Server and J2EE technologies.
Latest Content from Joe Carder
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Processing Data Streams with Kafka and Spark
In this blog, our expert discusses the popular combination of Apache Kafka and Spark Streaming for processing data streams, compares Kafka Streams to Spark Streaming, and explains how to integrate Kafka and Spark.
Apache Kafka
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How to Develop a Winning Kafka Partition Strategy
Learn about Apache Kafka partitioning, including partition strategy examples and best practices.
Apache Kafka
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Beginner's Guide to Apache Tomcat Memory Configuration
In this blog, our expert discusses how to successfully navigate Apache Tomcat memory configuration — including common memory issues to watch out for.
Tomcat, Middleware
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5 Apache Tomcat Performance Tips
In this blog, our expert discusses the top Apache Tomcat performance best practices enterprises can employ for big performance improvements.
Tomcat, Middleware
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Exploring Kafka Connect
What is Kafka Connect? Get an overview of how Kafka Connect works, the Kafka Connect architecture, and why this data integration framework is important for enterprise Kafka deployments.
Apache Kafka, Middleware
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Using Kafka With ZooKeeper
In this blog, our expert gives an overview of Kafka and ZooKeeper, and how they're used in tandem to solve enterprise data problems.
Apache Kafka, Middleware
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Apache NiFi Overview: Key Benefits and Features
Get an expert overview of Apache NiFi, with details on features, benefits, examples, and ideal use cases.
Middleware, Open Source
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The Problem With VM to Container Lift and Shift
In this blog, our expert discusses why a lift and shift from a VM-based architecture to a Container-based architecture can be problematic.
Containers, Virtualization
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What Is SQL Database?
What is a SQL Database? Learn about the differences between MariaDB, MySQL, and PostrgreSQL in this blog.
