Creating secure connections with python socket module

Question

I have recently decided to work on a new open-source project which I would like to eventually push out to GitHub. The goal is to create a Peer-to-Peer connection messaging software which is designed to allow users to connect to one another and exchange information without the need of a third-party or server.

I have come to this forum to ask for advice from anyone willing to give it regarding:

• How to create secure socket connections with python
• How to use SSL in my socket connections
• How to use Asymmetric encryption for data transmission
• How to securely store public keys locally
• How to securely store any other user data (e.g. old messages and/or contacts)

and anything else regarding secure network connections and/or data encryption.

I am relatively new to the socket module and encryption in Python however I am quite experienced with Python itself. (So I'll likely understand your response if it includes code snippets)

If you've made it this far THANK YOU! I look forward to all of your responses.

Happy Coding!