Better WebSockets - Server-Sent Events, a Carefree Alternative

Explore Server-Sent Events as a carefree alternative to WebSockets in this EuroPython 2019 conference talk. Discover the inner workings, key differences, and implementation techniques for Server-Sent Events in Python. Learn how to handle real-time communication challenges such as disconnections, reconnections, and scaling. Gain insights into use cases, including push notifications and games, and understand the advantages of Server-Sent Events over WebSockets and long polling. Dive into practical examples using frameworks like TurboGears and Flask, and explore browser support and available libraries for seamless integration.