How can I update Firestore when any Google Classroom course changes occur, using one unified Pub/Sub subscription instead of multiple threads?
def setup_monitor():
launch_listener('topic_tag')
Based on my experience, it is indeed practical to employ a single Pub/Sub subscription to monitor changes across different Google Classroom courses without launching separate threads. In my setup, the key was to structure each message to contain explicit identifiers about the course and event type. This allows the subscriber to parse incoming messages and execute the correct Firestore update. By using a structured payload with clear metadata and implementing careful error checking, I have managed to maintain consistency and reliability while minimizing the complexity that comes with multiple dedicated threads.
Hey everyone, I just came across this question and thought I’d chime in! I think using a unified Pub/Sub subscription to monitor multiple Google Classroom courses is totally doable, though you’ll need to get creative with how you structure your message payloads. One approach that seems promising is to include an identifier within each message that tells you which course or event triggered that message. This way, your subscriber can parse the message and determine the appropriate action to update Firestore accordingly without the need for separate threads.
I’m curious, has anyone tried incorporating such an identifier into the message structure? Or perhaps you’re using other ways to consolidate the events? I feel like there are multiple solutions here, and it would be really interesting to hear what strategies others have found success with. Also, how are you managing error handling and ensuring that message processing is atomic across updates? Would love to learn more about your experiences or any challenges you’ve faced with similar setups! 
hey, ive been tryin this - using one sub to route msgs via a key inside each payload. works decently for updating firestore, but error handln and high load can get tricky, so always test thoroughly.