azure-web-pubsub-ts

Name: azure-web-pubsub-ts
Availability: InStock
Author: Microsoft

Enable real-time messaging in JavaScript apps using Azure Web PubSub SDKs.

2.9k|323|Updated Jan 16, 2026

Search Tags:#typescript #javascript #azure #sdk #real-time #websocket #webpubsub

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/skills --skill azure-web-pubsub-ts-microsoft

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: azure-web-pubsub-ts
Source: https://github.com/microsoft/skills/tree/main/.github/plugins/azure-sdk-typescript/skills/azure-web-pubsub-ts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/microsoft/skills --skill azure-web-pubsub-ts-microsoft

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Real-time messaging and pub/sub in JavaScript apps using Azure WebPubSub SDKs, enabling live bidirectional communication with minimal boilerplate.

Core Features & Use Cases

Server-side: manage hubs, generate client access tokens, broadcast messages, manage groups, and handle connections.
Client-side: connect via WebPubSubClient, publish and subscribe to group messages, and handle events.
Express integration: create a WebPubSubEventHandler to secure and route events in an Express app.

Quick Start

Install the Azure Web PubSub SDKs and use the provided examples to set up server- and client-side messaging.

Frequently Asked Questions about azure-web-pubsub-ts

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I add real-time WebSocket messaging to a Node.js and TypeScript application?▼

Real-time WebSocket messaging in a Node.js and TypeScript application is enabled by using Azure Web PubSub SDKs to manage hubs, generate client tokens, and facilitate bidirectional communication with minimal boilerplate.

How do I generate client access tokens and manage groups with Azure Web PubSub?▼

To generate client access tokens and manage groups, use the server-side Azure Web PubSub SDK in a Node.js environment to handle hub connections, broadcast messages, and route user connections securely.

Does Azure Web PubSub work with Express for routing and handling events?▼

Azure Web PubSub works with Express by using the WebPubSubEventHandler to securely route and process real-time messaging events within an Express-based application structure.

How do I connect a JavaScript client to Azure Web PubSub to subscribe to group messages?▼

To connect a JavaScript client to Azure Web PubSub, use the WebPubSubClient SDK to establish connections, subscribe to group messages, publish updates, and handle incoming real-time events.

What is the best way to handle live bidirectional communication without writing custom WebSocket boilerplate?▼

The best way to handle live bidirectional communication without custom WebSocket boilerplate is using Azure Web PubSub SDKs, which abstract connection management and provide native pub/sub group messaging features.