Question 1

How to secure Beaver with SSL/TLS?

Accepted Answer

Enable TLS in the config.yml file by setting tls.status to 'on' and providing pem and key paths, which encrypts WebSocket and API connections for secure communication.

Question 2

Beaver vs Socket.io: which is better for real-time apps?

Accepted Answer

Beaver is a standalone server focused on simplicity and self-hosting, ideal for control, while Socket.io is a library with broader client support and built-in features like fallbacks. Choose Beaver for lightweight backend needs and Socket.io for richer ecosystem integration.

Question 3

How to handle client reconnection in Beaver?

Accepted Answer

Use the sample frontend JavaScript code that implements an onclose handler to reconnect after a delay, such as 5 seconds, ensuring persistent connections despite network issues.

Question 4

Does Beaver support message persistence for reliability?

Accepted Answer

No, Beaver doesn't mention message persistence in its README; it relies on Redis for state, so messages might be lost if not handled externally, making it less suitable for guaranteed delivery scenarios.

Question 5

How to scale Beaver for high traffic?

Accepted Answer

Scaling requires manual setup, like running multiple Beaver instances behind a load balancer and using a Redis cluster, but the README lacks detailed guidance on clustering or load balancing strategies.

Question 6

Can I use Beaver with React or Vue.js?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you'll need to integrate the WebSocket client manually using the provided JavaScript example or build custom hooks, as there are no official SDKs for frontend frameworks.

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