Apache Avro¶

Apache Avro is a data serialization system widely used in the field of [[Big Data]].^[600-developer-big-data-java-serializable.md]

Overview¶

In the context of remote procedure calls (RPC) and cross-language data transmission, Avro is a prominent framework alongside other serialization systems like Thrift, Protobuf, and gRPC.^[600-developer-big-data-java-serializable.md]

Comparison with Alternatives¶

Avro is often compared to other serialization formats that facilitate cross-language interoperability:

• Thrift: Developed by Facebook.
• Protobuf: Developed by Google.
• Avro: An Apache project.
• gRPC^[600-developer-big-data-java-serializable.md]

Related Concepts¶

• [[Serialization]]
• [[RPC]]

Sources¶

• 600-developer-big-data-java-serializable.md