What are the pros and cons of using Kafka with Snowplow?

The pros of using Kafka with Snowplow include:

- Scalability: Kafka can handle high-throughput data streams, making it ideal for large-scale event tracking.

- Real-time processing: Kafka enables real-time event forwarding, allowing businesses to react instantly to user behavior.

- Flexibility: Kafka can be integrated with various downstream systems for processing and storage.

Cons include:

- Complexity: Kafka requires additional configuration and management, which can be challenging for teams without experience in distributed systems.

- Latency: Kafka introduces some latency in data processing, which may be a limitation for highly time-sensitive use cases.

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