Web Sockets
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What is Web Sockets?
In addition to normal HTTP requests, you can connect to servers using WebSockets. Web sockets allows for bidirectional communication between a client (such as a web browser) and a server over a single, long-lived connection. They are a more efficient alternative to HTTP for providing real-time data, as they allow for the server to push data to the client as soon as it becomes available, rather than requiring the client to continuously poll the server for updates.
Free resources to learn Web Sockets
- Official docsWork with WebSockets
- ArticleWhat is WebSocket and How It Works?
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Web Sockets: common questions
Can I learn Web Sockets in Hindi?
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Is this Web Sockets tutorial for beginners?
It is lesson 40 of 108 in the free Flutter roadmap, in stage 9, Working with APIs. If you are new to Flutter, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.