WebSocket Real-time Applications

Build real-time features with WebSockets, Socket.io, and best practices

WebSocketReal-timeSocket.ioBackend
by Community
.antigravity
# WebSocket Real-time Apps

## WebSocket Basics
- Understand WebSocket protocol
- Handle connection lifecycle
- Implement heartbeat/ping
- Manage reconnection

## Socket.io
- Use rooms for grouping
- Implement namespaces
- Handle events properly
- Broadcast messages

## Scaling
- Use Redis adapter
- Implement sticky sessions
- Load balance WebSockets
- Monitor connections

## Best Practices
- Validate all messages
- Implement rate limiting
- Handle disconnections
- Secure WebSocket endpoints