Android Question Socket Library

[mohsen programmer]

I am developing an Android application using B4A, and my goal is to implement a real-time chat feature. My approach is to use Sockets for all application communications, including user registration and login processes, as well as the main chat section, to create a completely real-time experience. For the server side, I plan to use JavaScript, potentially Node.js, along with a WebSocket library like ws or Socket.IO. Currently, I am looking for the best and most efficient library in B4A to manage Socket connections. What library or solution do you recommend?

 

[amorosik]

Fcm for notify
Mqtt / Firebase for message

 

[mohsen programmer]

Thanks, but I want to use my own server to exchange messages and I don't want to depend on any other service.

 

[Erel]

OkHttpUtils2 for http requests. Socket from Network library for raw sockets. WebSocket library for web sockets.
Using raw sockets will not be faster than other options but will take much more time to develop and will be less reliable.

 

[amorosik]

Thanks, but I want to use my own server to exchange messages and I don't want to depend on any other service.

You can install a mqtt broker inside your computer systems
There is nothing external or out of your direct control

 

[mohsen programmer]

OkHttpUtils2 for http requests. Socket from Network library for raw sockets. WebSocket library for web sockets.
Using raw sockets will not be faster than other options but will take much more time to develop and will be less reliable.

You mean you're saying I should use WebSockets for the real-time functionality?

 

[TILogistic]

?
OkHttpUtils2 (b4x) and express.js

 

[Erel]

You mean you're saying I should use WebSockets for the real-time functionality?

WebSockets is a good option. Especially if the server will be accessed over the internet. MQTT is also a good option.