Product Decisions This Supports

Enables rapid implementation of real-time features (e.g., live notifications, collaborative tools) without custom HTTP client code
Supports roadmap goals for scalable, low-latency backend infrastructure by leveraging Centrifugo’s pub/sub architecture
Build vs. buy: Avoids reinventing the wheel for Centrifugo integration—ideal for teams using RoadRunner where manual implementation would add maintenance overhead
Critical use cases: High-throughput scenarios like real-time dashboards, multiplayer gaming backends, or live event streaming where PHP backend needs to push updates to clients

When to Consider This Package

Adopt when:
- Your stack uses RoadRunner PHP runtime and Centrifugo as the real-time server
- You need a lightweight, framework-agnostic PHP client for Centrifugo’s HTTP API
- Your team prioritizes simplicity over advanced features (e.g., no need for client-side SDKs or enterprise support)
Look elsewhere when:
- Using non-PHP/RoadRunner stacks (e.g., Node.js, Python) or alternative real-time services (e.g., Pusher, Firebase)
- Requires client-side SDKs or advanced Centrifugo features (e.g., presence, history) not covered by this bridge
- Project scale is small and real-time needs are minimal (e.g., basic WebSocket fallbacks may suffice)

Executives: "This package lets us deliver real-time user experiences—like live notifications and collaborative tools—with minimal engineering effort. It integrates seamlessly with our existing RoadRunner infrastructure, reducing development time and costs while ensuring scalability for high-traffic scenarios, all under a zero-cost MIT license."
Engineering: "It provides a battle-tested, clean API for Centrifugo interactions, eliminating manual HTTP client code and reducing maintenance overhead. Designed specifically for RoadRunner environments, it ensures compatibility and performance without bloating dependencies—letting us focus on product logic instead of infrastructure glue."