WebSocket Connection Setup
Connect to real-time financial news streams using WebSocket API. Setup Steps:- Configure WebSocket client with API key authentication
- Subscribe to filtered news streams
- Handle real-time data events
- Implement error handling and reconnection logic
Prerequisites
WebSocket requires Pro Plan ($99/month) or Enterprise Plan.
Upgrade your plan if needed.
Step 1: Get Your API Key
- Login to Byul API Dashboard
- Your API key is automatically generated and displayed
- Copy your API key (starts with
byul_v2_
)
Step 2: Install Dependencies
- Node.js
- Python
- React
Step 3: Create Your First Connection
- Node.js
- Python
- React
Step 4: Run Your Code
- Node.js
- Python
- React
Connection Complete
WebSocket connection established and receiving real-time news updates.What’s Next?
Authentication
Learn about API key authentication and security best practices
Filtering News
Filter news by importance, symbols, and categories
Error Handling
Handle connection errors and implement retry logic
Production Examples
See production-ready implementation examples
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Authentication Failed- Verify API key format (starts with
byul_v2_
) - Check API key at Dashboard
- Confirm Pro or Enterprise plan access
- Requires Pro or Enterprise plan
- Check current plan status
- Verify network connectivity
- Check firewall settings
- Test from different network if needed
Additional Resources
Security: Use environment variables in production to store API keys securely: