Michael Carroll

In the third quarter of 2022, a staggering 7.2 billion hours of content were consumed through live streaming, a statistic that highlights the immense popularity of streaming media and underlines the critical role of HTTP streaming technologies in shaping our viewing experiences.

Imagine waking up to the news that your company's customer data has been compromised due to an application programming interface (API) security breach. Years of hard-earned trust eroded overnight.

PubNub’s integration with Socket.io enhances real-time concurrent connections by providing features like rapid data streaming, presence monitoring, storage and playback, analytics, cross-platform compatibility, and robust security and access management.

When building real-time apps, developers often turn to Socket.IO for its powerful features and flexibility. However, it’s important to consider the architectural patterns that can be implemented with Socket.IO to ensure a scalable and secure platform.

OAuth, or Open Authentication, is an identity authentication and authorization protocol that permits application interactions without a password. It has many forms, with the most popular being OAuth1 and OAuth2. In this article, we'll explore both authentication protocols to identify which is better ...

Scalable applications allow developers to prepare in advance for any workload spikes. Choosing when and how to scale is essential to avoid wasting resources. Before we get into the intricacies of scalable applications, let’s look at what scalability means in application development and why it's important ...

Mobile applications have become integral to our daily lives. From communication to financial transactions, real-time applications have revolutionized how we interact with technology. However, with the increased reliance on mobile apps comes a heightened need for security. Today we’re delving into the world of mobile application security—emphasizing the role of Secure Sockets Layer/Transport Layer Security (SSL/TLS) in safeguarding real-time applications. ...

Socket.io makes it easier for dev teams to quickly and reliably implement realtime capabilities. However, socket infrastructure isn’t reliable when managing increasing workloads. So, how can dev teams ensure applications can meet growing demands in realtime?

Since web communication demands evolution, the three versions of Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP)—HTTP, HTTP/2, and HTTP/3—have evolved to meet relentless demands for speed, security, and efficiency. Let's explore these protocols, their unique features, and their implications for web development.