Linux - Start Zookeeper and Kafka

The video tutorial guides viewers through setting up and configuring Zookeeper and Kafka on a Linux system. It begins with creating directories for Zookeeper and Kafka data, followed by editing configuration files to specify data directories. The tutorial then demonstrates starting the Zookeeper server and verifying its operation. Next, it covers setting up Kafka, editing its configuration, and starting the Kafka server. The video concludes with verifying the setup and providing tips for running commands on different operating systems.

What is the purpose of creating a 'data' directory in the Kafka setup?

Describe the steps to edit the zookeeper properties file.

Explain how to verify that Zookeeper has started successfully.

What should you do if you encounter a port binding error when starting Zookeeper?

What modifications need to be made in the server properties file before starting Kafka?