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Using WebSockets

Java WebSockets use Spring WebSocket for real-time apps.

Introduction to Java WebSockets

WebSockets provide a full-duplex communication channel over a single TCP connection, enabling real-time data transfer between client and server. In Java, the Spring WebSocket module offers comprehensive support for WebSocket-based communication, making it a popular choice for building real-time applications.

Setting Up Spring WebSocket

To get started with Spring WebSocket, you need to set up a Spring Boot project and include the necessary dependencies. Ensure you have Spring Boot and WebSocket dependencies added to your pom.xml or build.gradle file.

Creating a WebSocket Configuration

Create a configuration class to enable WebSocket support in your Spring application. This class will implement WebSocketConfigurer and override the registerWebSocketHandlers method to map WebSocket endpoints.

Implementing a WebSocket Handler

The next step is to create a WebSocket handler to manage messages. Spring provides TextWebSocketHandler for handling text-based WebSocket messages.

Testing the WebSocket Server

After setting up your WebSocket server, you can test it using a WebSocket client. Connect to the server at ws://localhost:8080/ws and send a message. You should receive a response back from the server.

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