azure-messaging-webpubsub-java
Build real-time web applications with Azure Web PubSub SDK for Java. Use when implementing WebSocket-based messaging, live updates, chat applications, or server-to-client push notifications.
Best use case
azure-messaging-webpubsub-java is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Build real-time web applications with Azure Web PubSub SDK for Java. Use when implementing WebSocket-based messaging, live updates, chat applications, or server-to-client push notifications.
Teams using azure-messaging-webpubsub-java should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
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How azure-messaging-webpubsub-java Compares
| Feature / Agent | azure-messaging-webpubsub-java | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Build real-time web applications with Azure Web PubSub SDK for Java. Use when implementing WebSocket-based messaging, live updates, chat applications, or server-to-client push notifications.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# Azure Web PubSub SDK for Java
Build real-time web applications using the Azure Web PubSub SDK for Java.
## Installation
```xml
<dependency>
<groupId>com.azure</groupId>
<artifactId>azure-messaging-webpubsub</artifactId>
<version>1.5.0</version>
</dependency>
```
## Client Creation
### With Connection String
```java
import com.azure.messaging.webpubsub.WebPubSubServiceClient;
import com.azure.messaging.webpubsub.WebPubSubServiceClientBuilder;
WebPubSubServiceClient client = new WebPubSubServiceClientBuilder()
.connectionString("<connection-string>")
.hub("chat")
.buildClient();
```
### With Access Key
```java
import com.azure.core.credential.AzureKeyCredential;
WebPubSubServiceClient client = new WebPubSubServiceClientBuilder()
.credential(new AzureKeyCredential("<access-key>"))
.endpoint("<endpoint>")
.hub("chat")
.buildClient();
```
### With DefaultAzureCredential
```java
import com.azure.identity.DefaultAzureCredentialBuilder;
WebPubSubServiceClient client = new WebPubSubServiceClientBuilder()
.credential(new DefaultAzureCredentialBuilder().build())
.endpoint("<endpoint>")
.hub("chat")
.buildClient();
```
### Async Client
```java
import com.azure.messaging.webpubsub.WebPubSubServiceAsyncClient;
WebPubSubServiceAsyncClient asyncClient = new WebPubSubServiceClientBuilder()
.connectionString("<connection-string>")
.hub("chat")
.buildAsyncClient();
```
## Key Concepts
- **Hub**: Logical isolation unit for connections
- **Group**: Subset of connections within a hub
- **Connection**: Individual WebSocket client connection
- **User**: Entity that can have multiple connections
## Core Patterns
### Send to All Connections
```java
import com.azure.messaging.webpubsub.models.WebPubSubContentType;
// Send text message
client.sendToAll("Hello everyone!", WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN);
// Send JSON
String jsonMessage = "{\"type\": \"notification\", \"message\": \"New update!\"}";
client.sendToAll(jsonMessage, WebPubSubContentType.APPLICATION_JSON);
```
### Send to All with Filter
```java
import com.azure.core.http.rest.RequestOptions;
import com.azure.core.util.BinaryData;
BinaryData message = BinaryData.fromString("Hello filtered users!");
// Filter by userId
client.sendToAllWithResponse(
message,
WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN,
message.getLength(),
new RequestOptions().addQueryParam("filter", "userId ne 'user1'"));
// Filter by groups
client.sendToAllWithResponse(
message,
WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN,
message.getLength(),
new RequestOptions().addQueryParam("filter", "'GroupA' in groups and not('GroupB' in groups)"));
```
### Send to Group
```java
// Send to all connections in a group
client.sendToGroup("java-developers", "Hello Java devs!", WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN);
// Send JSON to group
String json = "{\"event\": \"update\", \"data\": {\"version\": \"2.0\"}}";
client.sendToGroup("subscribers", json, WebPubSubContentType.APPLICATION_JSON);
```
### Send to Specific Connection
```java
// Send to a specific connection by ID
client.sendToConnection("connectionId123", "Private message", WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN);
```
### Send to User
```java
// Send to all connections for a specific user
client.sendToUser("andy", "Hello Andy!", WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN);
```
### Manage Groups
```java
// Add connection to group
client.addConnectionToGroup("premium-users", "connectionId123");
// Remove connection from group
client.removeConnectionFromGroup("premium-users", "connectionId123");
// Add user to group (all their connections)
client.addUserToGroup("admin-group", "userId456");
// Remove user from group
client.removeUserFromGroup("admin-group", "userId456");
// Check if user is in group
boolean exists = client.userExistsInGroup("admin-group", "userId456");
```
### Manage Connections
```java
// Check if connection exists
boolean connected = client.connectionExists("connectionId123");
// Close a connection
client.closeConnection("connectionId123");
// Close with reason
client.closeConnection("connectionId123", "Session expired");
// Check if user exists (has any connections)
boolean userOnline = client.userExists("userId456");
// Close all connections for a user
client.closeUserConnections("userId456");
// Close all connections in a group
client.closeGroupConnections("inactive-group");
```
### Generate Client Access Token
```java
import com.azure.messaging.webpubsub.models.GetClientAccessTokenOptions;
import com.azure.messaging.webpubsub.models.WebPubSubClientAccessToken;
// Basic token
WebPubSubClientAccessToken token = client.getClientAccessToken(
new GetClientAccessTokenOptions());
System.out.println("URL: " + token.getUrl());
// With user ID
WebPubSubClientAccessToken userToken = client.getClientAccessToken(
new GetClientAccessTokenOptions().setUserId("user123"));
// With roles (permissions)
WebPubSubClientAccessToken roleToken = client.getClientAccessToken(
new GetClientAccessTokenOptions()
.setUserId("user123")
.addRole("webpubsub.joinLeaveGroup")
.addRole("webpubsub.sendToGroup"));
// With groups to join on connect
WebPubSubClientAccessToken groupToken = client.getClientAccessToken(
new GetClientAccessTokenOptions()
.setUserId("user123")
.addGroup("announcements")
.addGroup("updates"));
// With custom expiration
WebPubSubClientAccessToken expToken = client.getClientAccessToken(
new GetClientAccessTokenOptions()
.setUserId("user123")
.setExpiresAfter(Duration.ofHours(2)));
```
### Grant/Revoke Permissions
```java
import com.azure.messaging.webpubsub.models.WebPubSubPermission;
// Grant permission to send to a group
client.grantPermission(
WebPubSubPermission.SEND_TO_GROUP,
"connectionId123",
new RequestOptions().addQueryParam("targetName", "chat-room"));
// Revoke permission
client.revokePermission(
WebPubSubPermission.SEND_TO_GROUP,
"connectionId123",
new RequestOptions().addQueryParam("targetName", "chat-room"));
// Check permission
boolean hasPermission = client.checkPermission(
WebPubSubPermission.SEND_TO_GROUP,
"connectionId123",
new RequestOptions().addQueryParam("targetName", "chat-room"));
```
### Async Operations
```java
asyncClient.sendToAll("Async message!", WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN)
.subscribe(
unused -> System.out.println("Message sent"),
error -> System.err.println("Error: " + error.getMessage())
);
asyncClient.sendToGroup("developers", "Group message", WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN)
.doOnSuccess(v -> System.out.println("Sent to group"))
.doOnError(e -> System.err.println("Failed: " + e))
.subscribe();
```
## Error Handling
```java
import com.azure.core.exception.HttpResponseException;
try {
client.sendToConnection("invalid-id", "test", WebPubSubContentType.TEXT_PLAIN);
} catch (HttpResponseException e) {
System.out.println("Status: " + e.getResponse().getStatusCode());
System.out.println("Error: " + e.getMessage());
}
```
## Environment Variables
```bash
WEB_PUBSUB_CONNECTION_STRING=Endpoint=https://<resource>.webpubsub.azure.com;AccessKey=...
WEB_PUBSUB_ENDPOINT=https://<resource>.webpubsub.azure.com
WEB_PUBSUB_ACCESS_KEY=<your-access-key>
```
## Client Roles
| Role | Permission |
|------|------------|
| `webpubsub.joinLeaveGroup` | Join/leave any group |
| `webpubsub.sendToGroup` | Send to any group |
| `webpubsub.joinLeaveGroup.<group>` | Join/leave specific group |
| `webpubsub.sendToGroup.<group>` | Send to specific group |
## Best Practices
1. **Use Groups**: Organize connections into groups for targeted messaging
2. **User IDs**: Associate connections with user IDs for user-level messaging
3. **Token Expiration**: Set appropriate token expiration for security
4. **Roles**: Grant minimal required permissions via roles
5. **Hub Isolation**: Use separate hubs for different application features
6. **Connection Management**: Clean up inactive connections
## Trigger Phrases
- "Web PubSub Java"
- "WebSocket messaging Azure"
- "real-time push notifications"
- "server-sent events"
- "chat application backend"
- "live updates broadcasting"
## When to Use
This skill is applicable to execute the workflow or actions described in the overview.
## Limitations
- Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above.
- Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review.
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