Replace current ajax setinterval notification system with websockets PHP/MySQL

Please reference the word "Stoner Websockets" when commenting, to distinguish yourself from an auto bidding bot. Currently my website will be using the same ajax setinterval technology as I've been using for years and years. I want to improve this system with websockets, as I believe that would be a better technology for letting my website users know they've received a notification, etc. I will also eventually use the same code to deliver messages to clients when someone places an order, so they are notified about the order. Please be prepared to create the code on your own system and provide instructions on how to implement on my system. I prefer this method so I don't have to give out my website code with every project.