With the removal of Apache Zookeeper in favour of KRaft mode, managing and deploying Kafka clusters has evolved significantly. This session will explore how to deploy and configure a Kafka cluster in KRaft mode using Strimzi.

A critical aspect of cluster operation is rolling updates, and we will explain how Strimzi orchestrates broker and controller updates. Finally, we will discuss the migration process from Zookeeper-based deployments to KRaft mode, ensuring a smooth transition with as minimal disruption as possible.

Attendees will gain practical insights into managing a production-ready Kafka cluster in Kubernetes using Strimzi.