WebSockets

Websocket API: An Introduction
InsightsMay 10, 2023

Websocket API: An Introduction

In this guide, we discuss the differences between websockets and websocket APIs, their various use cases, and how PubNub can help you harness the power of websocket APIs in your applications.
Chandler Mayo
Chandler Mayo
Solution Engineer, PubNub
7 Alternatives to REST APIs
InsightsMar 28, 2023

7 Alternatives to REST APIs

Seven REST alternatives you need to know and their most common use cases.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
Content Writer, PubNub
Socket Programming in Python: Client, Server, Peer Libraries
BuildMar 3, 2023

Socket Programming in Python: Client, Server, Peer Libraries

An introductory tutorial to Python Sockets
Darryn Campbell
Darryn Campbell
Developer Advocate, PubNub
Node.js WebSocket Programming Examples
BuildMar 1, 2023

Node.js WebSocket Programming Examples

An introductory tutorial to Node.js and WebSockets
Darryn Campbell
Darryn Campbell
Developer Advocate, PubNub
What is HTTP Long Polling?
InsightsJan 17, 2023

What is HTTP Long Polling?

This blog post gives an overview of HTTP long polling and what kinds of apps you can build with it.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
Content Writer, PubNub
Java WebSocket Programming with Android and Spring Boot
BuildNov 18, 2022

Java WebSocket Programming with Android and Spring Boot

An overview and examples of Java WebSocket programming in Android and Spring Boot.
Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll
A Comprehensive Guide to the Real-time Tech Stack
ChatJul 8, 2019

A Comprehensive Guide to the Real-time Tech Stack

What developers need to know when building a real-time app, and pitfalls, challenges and the various options to design a perfect real-time technology stack.

Shyam Purkayastha
Shyam Purkayastha
CTO & Co-Founder, IoTracX
Your Guide To Messaging APIs Web 3.0 Internet Communication
InsightsSep 19, 2018

Your Guide To Messaging APIs Web 3.0 Internet Communication

A comparison of HTTP, REST, WebSockets, pub/sub, MQTT and the other messaging apis enabling Web 3.0 communication.

Shyam Purkayastha
Shyam Purkayastha
CTO & Co-Founder, IoTracX
WebSockets vs REST: Understanding the Difference
InsightsJan 5, 2015

WebSockets vs REST: Understanding the Difference

This blog post looks at WebSockets vs REST, the differences in performance, use cases, and how to take WebSockets to the next level.

Michael Carroll
Michael Carroll