XEP
XMPP Extension Protocol (XEP) is a component within the XMPP designed to expand upon the functionalities defined in XMPP's core RFCs. They serve as standardized extensions that enable XMPP clients and servers to support a wide range of additional features and capabilities.
Examples
- XEP-0045 (Multi-User Chat): Defines protocols for XMPP clients to participate in group chats, managing aspects like joining, leaving, and moderation of chat rooms.
- XEP-0060 (Publish-Subscribe): real-time data distribution by enabling XMPP entities to publish information and subscribe to updates.
- XEP-0166 (Jingle): voice calls and video conferences.
- XEP-0234 (Jingle File Transfer): transferring files directly between XMPP
users using the Jingle protocol.