PhoneGap Plugin for WebSocket Notifications (Android & iOS)
Budget: $250 – $750 USD
I'm looking for a PhoneGap plugin that will work on both Android and iOS to handle WebSocket connections and manage the receipt of notifications.
We need a PhoneGap/Cordova plugin for both Android and iOS platforms that enables our mobile application to connect to a WebSocket server and handle notifications efficiently. The plugin must support the following functionalities:
Key Features:
1. WebSocket Connection:
- Establish a connection to a specified WebSocket server.
- Maintain the connection and handle reconnections as necessary.
2. Receive Notifications:
- Listen for incoming messages/notifications from the WebSocket server.
- Process the incoming messages and trigger a push notification on the device.
3. Push Notifications:
- Display push notifications on the device when a message is received via WebSocket.
- Ensure that notifications appear even if the app is closed or running in the background.
- Handle user interaction with the push notification (click/tap).
4. Notification Handling:
- When the user clicks on a push notification, the app should be launched (if not already running) or brought to the foreground.
- Pass the data received from the WebSocket notification to the app for further processing.
5. Persistence:
- Ensure that the WebSocket connection and notification handling works even after the device is restarted.
- Implement necessary background services or mechanisms to re-establish WebSocket connections after a reboot.
Technical Requirements:
- Compatibility:
- Must be compatible with the latest versions of Android and iOS.
- Must be compatible with the latest version of PhoneGap/Cordova.
- Documentation:
- Provide comprehensive documentation on how to integrate and use the plugin within a PhoneGap/Cordova project.
- Include clear instructions for configuring the WebSocket server URL, notification settings, and any other necessary configurations.
- Error Handling:
- Implement robust error handling and provide informative error messages.
- Ensure the plugin handles network interruptions gracefully and attempts to reconnect as needed.
- Security:
- Ensure secure communication between the app and the WebSocket server.
- Implement necessary security measures to protect the data being transmitted.
Deliverables:
1. Fully functional PhoneGap/Cordova plugin for Android and iOS.
2. Source code with clear and concise comments.
3. Documentation on installation, configuration, and usage.
4. Example project demonstrating the plugin in action.
5. Support for initial setup and troubleshooting if needed.
Additional Requirements:
- The plugin must be developed in accordance with the best practices for PhoneGap/Cordova plugin development.
- The plugin must not cause significant battery drain or performance issues on the device.
- Clear communication and regular updates on the project progress.
- The final deliverable must pass testing on both Android and iOS devices.
Ideal Skills:
- Proficiency in PhoneGap development.
- Prior experience with WebSocket handling and background notifications on Android and iOS.
- Strong understanding of mobile app development principles.
If you're confident in your ability to create a high-quality, efficient plugin with these features, I'd love to hear from you.
We need a PhoneGap/Cordova plugin for both Android and iOS platforms that enables our mobile application to connect to a WebSocket server and handle notifications efficiently. The plugin must support the following functionalities:
Key Features:
1. WebSocket Connection:
- Establish a connection to a specified WebSocket server.
- Maintain the connection and handle reconnections as necessary.
2. Receive Notifications:
- Listen for incoming messages/notifications from the WebSocket server.
- Process the incoming messages and trigger a push notification on the device.
3. Push Notifications:
- Display push notifications on the device when a message is received via WebSocket.
- Ensure that notifications appear even if the app is closed or running in the background.
- Handle user interaction with the push notification (click/tap).
4. Notification Handling:
- When the user clicks on a push notification, the app should be launched (if not already running) or brought to the foreground.
- Pass the data received from the WebSocket notification to the app for further processing.
5. Persistence:
- Ensure that the WebSocket connection and notification handling works even after the device is restarted.
- Implement necessary background services or mechanisms to re-establish WebSocket connections after a reboot.
Technical Requirements:
- Compatibility:
- Must be compatible with the latest versions of Android and iOS.
- Must be compatible with the latest version of PhoneGap/Cordova.
- Documentation:
- Provide comprehensive documentation on how to integrate and use the plugin within a PhoneGap/Cordova project.
- Include clear instructions for configuring the WebSocket server URL, notification settings, and any other necessary configurations.
- Error Handling:
- Implement robust error handling and provide informative error messages.
- Ensure the plugin handles network interruptions gracefully and attempts to reconnect as needed.
- Security:
- Ensure secure communication between the app and the WebSocket server.
- Implement necessary security measures to protect the data being transmitted.
Deliverables:
1. Fully functional PhoneGap/Cordova plugin for Android and iOS.
2. Source code with clear and concise comments.
3. Documentation on installation, configuration, and usage.
4. Example project demonstrating the plugin in action.
5. Support for initial setup and troubleshooting if needed.
Additional Requirements:
- The plugin must be developed in accordance with the best practices for PhoneGap/Cordova plugin development.
- The plugin must not cause significant battery drain or performance issues on the device.
- Clear communication and regular updates on the project progress.
- The final deliverable must pass testing on both Android and iOS devices.
Ideal Skills:
- Proficiency in PhoneGap development.
- Prior experience with WebSocket handling and background notifications on Android and iOS.
- Strong understanding of mobile app development principles.
If you're confident in your ability to create a high-quality, efficient plugin with these features, I'd love to hear from you.