Learning Sockets

Introduction

Fundamentals of Sockets

  • What is a socket?
  • Types of sockets
    • Stream sockets (TCP)
    • Datagram sockets (UDP)
  • Communication Protocol

Socket Architecture

  • Client-server model
  • Lifecycle of a socket
  • Differences between client and server

Socket Implementation

  • Setting up a socket in Python
  • Example of a TCP server and client
  • Example of a UDP server and client

Advanced Socket Aspects

  • Exception handling
  • Non-blocking sockets
  • Socket multiplexing

Using Sockets in Real Applications

  • Chat applications
  • Online games
  • Audio and video streaming

Common Problems and Solutions

  • Connection issues
  • Timeout management
  • Security in communication