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WebSockets & Real-time Communication
Bi-directional, persistent connections: chat apps, live updates, gaming
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💻 Technical
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+$20k-
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Medium
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WebSockets enable real-time, bi-directional communication between client and server. Unlike HTTP (request-response), WebSockets maintain persistent connections. Used for chat apps, live dashboards, multiplayer games. - Backend Developer L2+ | $110k-$165k — Build real-time APIs