[datadeft]

Exactly because we read the documentation and we use it for things where losing data is acceptable.

Just like using HyperLogLog acceptable in many scenarios, using Kafka also acceptable. I am quite baffled how widespread the misuse of technology.

Need reliable data storage? Use a database.

[agallego]

the opposite should be true tho. opt-in for unsafe. you are the minority if you read the docs, let's be real :) most ppl never read the full docs. of the ppl i chat w/ is more like 5%