WebSockets, right? As if we aren't lucky enough to get a great addition to our web toolbox to build amazing sites and applications, Pusher will help you get all the details right while doing the heavy lifting. And for the icing on the cake, Pusher is also sponsoring JSConf EU!
Their hosted service allows developers to use WebSockets without having to set up additional infrastructure. Their stated aim is to take away the pain of scaling and managing WebSocket connections so developers can concentrate on making awesome stuff.
For Node.js developers, they also have a new alpha product called the Pusher Pipe. This opens up a new bi-directional interface to their service. Using the Pipe means getting granular control over who is connected and what messages they are getting. Check out the docs, and give them a shout if you want to have a play around.
As a bonus they are sending Mary Rose Cook (@maryrosecook) of Pistolslut and BerlinJS/JSConf US fame, and Micheil Smith (@miksago), an active contributor to Node.js and maintainer of a popular Open Source WebSocket server. Speak to them about any questions you might have. Also leave some extra space in your luggage for all the swag they are bringing.
Welcome to JSConf EU, Pusher!
