How Laravel WebSockets Can Improve Real-Time Notifications in Your App

Introduction

Real-time updates are essential in modern applications, especially for ecommerce, chat systems, and order tracking. Laravel WebSockets is a powerful tool that simplifies WebSocket implementation.

1. Why Use Laravel WebSockets?

• No need for third-party services like Pusher
• Handles concurrent connections efficiently
• Works seamlessly with Laravel Echo

2. Setting Up Laravel WebSockets

Install the package using:

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composer require beyondcode/laravel-websockets

Then configure the WebSockets server in config/websockets.php.

3. Broadcasting Notifications

Use Laravel’s built-in event broadcasting to send real-time updates. Define an event and use broadcast() to trigger notifications.

Conclusion

Laravel WebSockets is a cost-effective and scalable solution for real-time applications. If you need help setting it up, our team is here to assist you!