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Dev tools · April 27, 2019

A minimal and idiomatic WebSocket library for Go

Minimal and idiomatic WebSocket library for Go. Contribute to coder/websocket development by creating an account on GitHub.

A minimal and idiomatic WebSocket library for Go launched on April 27, 2019 with 99 votes, #326 of 3,128 launches that month and more than 90% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 7 years on.

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In plain words

This is a WebSocket library designed for the Go programming language, built with simplicity and adherence to Go conventions in mind. It provides developers with essential WebSocket functionality using an idiomatic approach that aligns with Go's design principles. The library targets Go developers who need straightforward WebSocket implementation for their projects without unnecessary complexity or bloat.

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