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What is Polling?
Repeatedly checking for new data at regular intervals
Why It Matters
Polling is simpler than WebSockets and works when real-time isn't critical
Real-World Example
An email app checking for new messages every 30 seconds
“Understanding terms like Polling matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
From definition to deployment
Knowing the term is step one. Using it in something real is the rest.