What is an AVRO file?
Apache Avro is the creator of Avro files. Apache is a serialization system commonly used by Apache Hadoop. An Avro file keeps data definition (schema) plus the data jointly in one file. This eases compatible programs to read the information stored effectively. Avro usually has the data definition in JSON format while the data itself is in binary format. All these promote ease, efficiency, readability, by other programs. You should also know that Avro files have markers which are used for splitting data in sections ideal for MapReduce processing. Compared to its counterparts, Avro does require any code generators to interpret and access the data definition.
Additionally, it has a significant advantage over others in that it is compatible with data schemas that keep changing (schema evolution). Apache Hadoop project created Avro. The Apache Hadoop is a place where you store data as well as process structured, semi-structured data without the need for a format requirement.
How to Open AVRO Files
How to Make AVRO Files
Below are some software programs that can open AVRO files. Download one to open your file now.