Build a whole site using just websockets (via socket.io and node.js, no Ajax)?

Question

Is this possible? Has anyone tried it?

Using websockets means there are no httpheaders being exchanged (like in a Ajax request) so there is definately a boost in speed o

Answer 1

Have a look at SocketStream: https://github.com/socketstream/socketstream

SocketStream is a new Node.js web framework dedicated to creating single-page real time websites.

There will be some initial loading of resources but WebSockets will be used extensively for Client <-> Server communication.