lhttp
A Go-based HTTP-like protocol over WebSocket for building scalable, customizable instant messaging servers.
What is lhttp?
lhttp is a custom protocol built on top of WebSocket designed to simplify the creation of scalable instant messaging (IM) services without relying on XMPP. It provides a familiar HTTP-like structure for messages, enabling real-time, bidirectional communication with features like publish/subscribe and cluster support. It solves the problem of building performant, customizable IM systems with a simpler protocol than traditional options.
Developers and engineers building scalable instant messaging services, chat applications, or real-time notification systems who want to avoid the complexity of XMPP. It is also suitable for those needing a WebSocket-based protocol that integrates easily with existing HTTP services in languages like PHP, Java, and Python.
Developers choose lhttp for its high performance, simplicity, and flexibility, offering a protocol that can publish 10,000 messages in 0.04 seconds on modest hardware. Its unique selling point is combining WebSocket real-time capabilities with an HTTP-like message structure and built-in cluster support, allowing for easy customization and horizontal scaling without the overhead of traditional IM protocols.
Overview
go websocket, a better way to buid your IM server
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