glirc is a terminal IRC client. It maintains an internal model of the IRC connection state and presents different views of that information, allowing users to inspect conversations, channel membership and network activity without losing context.
The client has a distinctive approach to handling busy channels. Routine joins, parts and quits are condensed to reduce clutter, while users can switch to a detailed view when they need the complete information.
glirc also provides sophisticated searching and editing facilities. Its approach is particularly useful for users who participate in busy IRC channels and want precise control over what information is displayed.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Support for numerous IRCv3 capabilities.
- Condenses consecutive join, part and quit events into a single line.
- Detailed view displaying additional connection and message information.
- Searchable channel lists, user lists and ban information.
- Dynamic message searching using the /grep command.
- Context-sensitive tab completion and command hints.
- Multi-line message editing and mIRC formatting input.
- Nickname colouring and configurable colour palettes.
- Split-screen conversation views.
- Support for SASL authentication, including certificate-based mechanisms.
- ChanServ integration and configurable command macros.
- Desktop notifications and execution of external commands.
- Lua plugin system for extending functionality.
Website: github.com/glguy/irc-core
Support:
Developer: Eric Mertens
License: ISC License
glirc is written in Haskell. Learn Haskell with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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