CPlusPlus-Server-Battlegrounds

Welcome to the CPlusPlus-Server-Battlegrounds! This repository showcases a collection of server implementations in C++, each designed with distinct characteristics and limitations. The aim is to explore different server architectures and their performance implications in handling concurrent client requests.

Tech Stack

• Programming Language: C++
• Build System: CMake
• I/O Model: Various (e.g., Blocking, Non-blocking, EPoll)
• Concurrency: Thread Pooling, Asynchronous I/O, etc.
• Operating System: Linux (for EPollServer and other asynchronous implementations)

Projects Overview

1. SingleRequest-Server

• Characteristics: Handles one request at a time, focusing on simplicity and ease of understanding.
• Limitations: Not suitable for high-load scenarios as it cannot handle concurrent requests.

2. ForeverServe-Server

• Characteristics: Designed to run indefinitely, maintaining state across multiple client connections and sessions.
• Limitations: Resource management can be challenging, leading to potential memory leaks if not handled properly.

3. ThreadBound-Server

• Characteristics: Ties server threads to specific client connections, ensuring dedicated resources for each client.
• Limitations: May lead to inefficient resource utilization and increased overhead in managing threads.

4. ConcurrentServe-Server

• Characteristics: This server supports concurrent connections, allowing multiple clients to interact with the server simultaneously.
• Limitations: May face performance degradation under heavy load due to thread contention.

5. NonBlocking-AsyncIO-Server

• Characteristics: Implements non-blocking I/O operations, allowing the server to handle requests asynchronously without blocking threads.
• Limitations: Complexity in implementation and potential for callback hell if not managed properly.

6. EPollServer

• Characteristics: Utilizes Linux's epoll for efficient I/O event handling, making it suitable for applications with a large number of simultaneous connections.
• Limitations: Limited to Linux environments; complexity in managing edge-triggered events.

Getting Started

To get started with any of the server projects, follow these general steps:

1. Clone the Repository

   git clone https://github.com/yourusername/CPlusPlus-Server-Battlegrounds.git
   cd CPlusPlus-Server-Battlegrounds

2. Build the Project Each server project uses CMake for building. Navigate to the specific server folder and build the project

   cd EPollServer
   mkdir build && cd build
   cmake ..
   make

3. Run a Server

   ./EPollServer

4. Contributing Contributions are welcome! If you have an idea for a new server implementation or improvements to existing projects, feel free to fork the repository and submit a pull request.

5. License This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

6. Acknowledgments Special shout-out to Educosys for meticulously curating this course and skillfully teaching concepts from the ground up. Check it out here: Advanced C++ with Networking Course.

7. Dont miss out The rest of the README remains similar to the previous version, ensuring that users have a clear overview of each project, how to get started, and how to contribute. This should create a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in exploring your server implementations.