What are some examples of using Flask-SocketIO?

Can you give me some examples of using Flask-SocketIO?

Sure! Flask-SocketIO allows you to create real-time web applications. For example, you can build a chat application where users can send messages instantly.

How do I set up a basic chat application with Flask-SocketIO?

First, install Flask-SocketIO using pip. Then, create a Flask app and initialize SocketIO. You can define event handlers for sending and receiving messages.

What are some common use cases for Flask-SocketIO?

Common use cases include real-time chat applications, live notifications, collaborative tools, and online gaming.

Can you show me a code snippet for a simple Flask-SocketIO chat app?

Absolutely! Here's a basic example:

from flask import Flask, render_template
from flask_socketio import SocketIO, emit

app = Flask(__name__)
socketio = SocketIO(app)

@app.route('/')
def index():
    return render_template('index.html')

@socketio.on('message')
def handle_message(msg):
    emit('response', msg, broadcast=True)

if __name__ == '__main__':
    socketio.run(app)