SocketCluster
Scalable HTTP + WebSocket engine for multi-core environments.
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—Overview
What is SocketCluster?
SocketCluster is a scalable HTTP and WebSocket server that can run on multiple CPU cores, making it ideal for high-performance applications requiring real-time communication.
Key differentiator
“SocketCluster stands out by offering both HTTP and WebSocket functionalities in a single, scalable package optimized for multi-core environments.”
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Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Teams building real-time web applications that require high performance and scalability across multiple CPU cores.
Projects needing a robust WebSocket solution integrated with HTTP capabilities.
✕ Not a fit for
Applications requiring only simple HTTP server functionality without real-time communication needs
Developers looking for cloud-hosted solutions as SocketCluster is self-hosted
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Get Started with SocketCluster
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.