Explore the groundbreaking Socket.IO framework in this JSConf EU 2010 talk by Guillermo Rauch. Dive into the world of real-time web applications and discover how Socket.IO enables WebSocket functionality across various browsers. Learn about the framework's cross-browser support, integration with jQuery, and its ability to work with different transport protocols. Understand the concept of real-time communication and how Socket.IO makes it protocol-agnostic. Gain insights into building real-time applications, including a demonstration of a real-time Twitter implementation. Uncover the potential of Socket.IO in revolutionizing web development and creating seamless, interactive user experiences.