SQL Server CDC to Databricks: An Integration Guide
Blog post from Streamkap
The text provides a comprehensive guide on using Streamkap, a high-performance Change Data Capture (CDC) solution, to stream data in real-time from AWS-hosted SQLServer to Databricks. It details the steps required to configure and set up a robust data pipeline that ensures low-latency and reliable data transfer for analytics platforms, eliminating the need for complex Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) workflows and batch delays. The guide covers prerequisites such as setting up accounts for AWS, Databricks, and Streamkap, and offers detailed instructions for configuring new or existing AWS RDS SQLServer instances for Streamkap compatibility. Additionally, it explains the process of setting up a Databricks account, creating a SQL data warehouse, and fetching necessary credentials. The guide emphasizes the importance of secure connections, proper configuration of SQL commands, and the use of Streamkap's features to establish a seamless connection between AWS RDS SQL Server and Databricks, enabling efficient real-time data analysis and operational decision-making.