Mac OS X - Using Brew

This video tutorial guides users through installing Kafka on a Mac using Brew, configuring terminal settings for Kafka commands, and editing the bash profile for optimal setup. It also covers running Kafka topics and setting up the necessary directory structure. The tutorial concludes with a summary and a preview of the next lecture.

What is the primary tool used to install Kafka on a Mac?

• Yum

• Homebrew

• Snap

• Apt-get

What should you do if you want to see more Kafka command suggestions in the terminal?

• Reinstall Kafka

• Update Homebrew

• Edit the bash profile

• Restart the computer

What is the purpose of modifying the bash profile in the context of Kafka?

• To change the Kafka version

• To increase system performance

• To install additional plugins

• To remove unwanted command suggestions

Why is it important to have the Kafka directory with the bin file?

• To enable graphical interface

• To improve network speed

• To ensure Kafka runs without errors

• To store user data

What flexibility does the user have when running Kafka commands?

• Running commands in different programming languages

• Choosing between different Kafka versions

• Selecting different operating systems

• Using SSH or not using SSH