Flask Pusher

Overview

Flask-Pusher is a versatile integration tool designed to streamline the connection between Flask applications and the Pusher service. This lightweight extension acts as a wrapper around the official Pusher client, simplifying configuration and enhancing usability for developers. By enabling seamless communication through Pusher channels, Flask-Pusher allows for real-time web applications to thrive with minimal setup.

Whether you're creating private chats, live notifications, or collaborative features, Flask-Pusher makes it easy to configure Pusher's functionality directly within a Flask app. Its user-friendly authentication and channel management features further ensure that developers can focus on building innovative applications without getting bogged down in the intricate details of backend communication.

Features

• Easy Installation: Quickly install the Flask-Pusher module directly from PyPI, getting your project up and running in no time.
• Simple Configuration: Configure your Pusher parameters like app_id, key, and secret straightforwardly through the Flask app settings.
• Custom Host/Port Support: Connect to custom hosts and ports, providing flexibility based on your deployment needs.
• Client Access: Access the Pusher client via two different methods, ensuring a smooth integration into your app's architecture.
• Authentication Made Easy: Use the /pusher/auth route for secure authentication on private and presence channels, with support for Flask features like Flask-Login.
• Batch Authentication: Process multiple authentication requests efficiently with built-in batch support, optimizing user experiences.
• Webhook Handling: Automatically set up routes to manage Pusher webhooks, ensuring you can respond to events directly from your server.
• Custom Channel Data: Utilize the @pusher.channel_data decorator to customize channel data, including user IDs and other necessary parameters for enhanced real-time interactions.