Kafka Operations Hands-on Meetup: Capture the Flag

Join us for an exciting and interactive meetup tailored specifically for Kafka Operators and Kafka enthusiasts!
Discover our Capture the Flag platform designed to challenge your Kafka expertise. The platform immerses you in real-world scenarios, where you'll hunt for flags by solving technical challenges related to Kafka operations, troubleshooting, and optimization.
Whether you're a seasoned Kafka professional or new to the ecosystem, this event offers something for everyone. Come ready to network, learn, and showcase your skills in a supportive and fun environment. A stream of food and drinks is also provided!

Agenda:
17:00 - 17:10 | Welcome & Networking

• Check-in, grab a snack, and connect with fellow Kafka enthusiasts.

17:10 - 17:40 | Introduction

• Opening remarks and a brief overview of the Capture the Flag platform.
• Presentation on the value of hands-on problem-solving in Kafka operations.

17:40 - 18:10 | CTF Session 1: Getting Started

• Solve introductory challenges to familiarize yourself with the interface.

18:10 - 19:30 | CTF Session 2: Advanced Challenges

• Dive deeper into complex Kafka scenarios and earn points by finding hidden flags.
• Real-time leaderboard updates to track progress.

19:30 - 19:45 | Wrap-Up and Prizes and Outlook

• Acknowledgment of top-performing teams and individuals.
• Distribution of prizes.

19:45 - open | Networking & Closing

• Share experiences, exchange contacts, and wind down the evening.

Location:

• Belpstrasse 39, 3007 Bern

Who Should Attend?

• Kafka Operators, Site Reliability Engineers (SRE), and anyone interested in Kafka operations and troubleshooting.
• Ops, DevOps

Don’t miss this opportunity to level up your Kafka skills and have fun while doing it. Secure your spot today!

Prerequisites
Basic Kafka and Kubernetes know-how, your laptop that can run kubectl against a cloud cluster (corporate laptops may don’t)