Hiring Socket IO developers? Then you should know!
How and where is Socket IO used?
- Real-time Chat: Enable real-time messaging between users
- Live Collaboration: Facilitate real-time collaboration on documents
- Online Gaming: Power multiplayer online games
- Live Customer Support: Provide instant support to customers
- Real-time Analytics: Display live data updates and visualizations
- IoT Applications: Connect and control Internet of Things devices
- Live Auctions: Conduct online auctions with real-time bidding
- Virtual Whiteboards: Collaborate on virtual whiteboard sessions
- Stock Trading Platforms: Enable real-time stock trading
- Live Sports Updates: Deliver real-time sports scores and updates
Compare Junior, Middle, Senior, and Expert/Team Lead Socket IO Developer roles
Seniority Name | Years of experience | Responsibilities and activities | Average salary (USD/year) |
---|---|---|---|
Junior | 0-2 years |
| $50,000 |
Middle | 2-5 years |
| $75,000 |
Senior | 5-8 years |
| $100,000 |
Expert/Team Lead | 8+ years |
| $150,000 |
Quick Facts about Socket IO.
- Socket.IO was created in 2011 by Guillermo Rauch.
- Most popular project types using Socket.IO are real-time chat applications.
- The entry threshold for learning Socket.IO is understanding JavaScript.
- Socket.IO’s most popular related technology is Node.js.
- Fun fact: Socket.IO’s logo is inspired by the flux capacitor from Back to the Future.
TOP Socket IO Related Technologies
- React (Jordan, 2013)
- Angular (Google, 2010)
- Vue (Evan, 2014)
- Express (TJ, 2010)
- Flask (Pallets, 2010)
What are top Socket IO instruments and tools?
- Socket.IO Debug: Debugging utility for Socket.IO
- Socket.IO Redis: Enables Redis adapter for Socket.IO
- Socket.IO P2P: Enables P2P communication with Socket.IO
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