Implement custom compression for WebSocket messages

[RUKAYAT-CODER]

Background

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Description

Compress WebSocket messages using gzip or custom compression to reduce bandwidth for real-time chat and notifications.

Current Behavior

Uncompressed WebSocket messages (~5-10KB per chat message with metadata)

Expected Behavior

Compressed messages (~1-2KB per message)

Impact

📉 Bandwidth reduced 70-80% for real-time features
⚡ Faster message delivery
💰 Reduced data plan usage

Acceptance Criteria

• Implement message compression (gzip or custom)
• Test with real chat usage patterns
• Bandwidth reduction verified 70-80%
• No message loss or corruption
• Measure CPU impact of compression
• Document compression strategy

Implementation Hints

Use socket.io compression option or implement custom compression middleware.

Performance Metrics

Before:

• messageSize: 8 KB average

After (Target):

• messageSize: 1.5 KB average (-81%)

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