Exploring the Python Standard Library

The Python standard library is a vast collection of built-in modules that provide a wide range of utilities and functionalities. From math operations to networking, the standard library has got you covered. You can find the complete list of standard library modules here: Python Standard Library Some of the noteworthy modules in the standard library include: math - for mathematical operations re - for regular expressions json - for working with JSON data datetime - for handling dates and times sqlite3 - for interacting with SQLite databases os - for operating system specific functions random - for generating random numbers statistics - for statistical calculations requests - for making HTTP network requests http - for creating HTTP servers urllib - for URL management Now, let’s dive into how to use these modules....

Introduction to WebSockets

WebSockets, as an alternative to HTTP communication in Web Applications, offer a long-lived bidirectional communication channel between the client and server. In this article, we will explore how to use WebSockets for network interactions. Browser support for WebSockets WebSockets are supported by all modern browsers. Check out the following image to see the browser support for WebSockets: How WebSockets differ from HTTP WebSockets and HTTP are very different protocols in terms of communication....

The HTTPS Protocol: Ensuring Secure Communication

The HTTPS protocol is an extension of HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol) that provides secure communication over the internet. Unlike HTTP, which is insecure by design, HTTPS encrypts the entire communication between your browser and the web server, ensuring privacy and security. When you request a webpage from a web server, your data goes through multiple trips between the browser and the server. Additionally, depending on the webpage’s content, there may be additional connections required to retrieve CSS files, JavaScript files, images, and more....