
In April 2025, Javier Berragan developed the CDC Raw Directory Space Cleaner feature for the apache/cassandra-sidecar repository. He designed and implemented a periodic background task in Java that monitors the cdc_raw directory and automatically removes old CDC log segments when disk usage exceeds configurable thresholds. This backend solution leverages configuration management and file system operations to proactively address disk saturation risks, improving the reliability of Change Data Capture workflows. Enhanced metrics and monitoring were integrated to provide better observability and SLA tracking, while flexible cleaning options allow operators to fine-tune retention policies. The work demonstrates depth in system design and operational awareness.
April 2025 monthly summary for Apache Cassandra Sidecar. Delivered a new CDC Raw Directory Space Cleaner feature to proactively manage disk space used by CDC logs in the cdc_raw directory. The feature schedules a periodic task that automatically cleans up old CDC log segments when disk usage crosses configured thresholds, with enhanced metrics for CDC operations and configurable cleaning options for fine-tuning behavior. This work reduces disk pressure, improves CDC reliability, and enhances observability and control over log retention.
April 2025 monthly summary for Apache Cassandra Sidecar. Delivered a new CDC Raw Directory Space Cleaner feature to proactively manage disk space used by CDC logs in the cdc_raw directory. The feature schedules a periodic task that automatically cleans up old CDC log segments when disk usage crosses configured thresholds, with enhanced metrics for CDC operations and configurable cleaning options for fine-tuning behavior. This work reduces disk pressure, improves CDC reliability, and enhances observability and control over log retention.

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