You've probably heard of REST, and how the modern web is built on stateless requests. Ever wondered how that technology works in situations where information has to flow between client and servers constantly? It doesn't -- which is why we need the socket! WebSockets are for handling connections that must stay persistent, such as in a voice call or video game. In this workshop, we'll go over common WebSocket concepts, some example implementations, and walk you through creating your own WebSockets!