RobustIRC is an IRC network designed to avoid netsplits, the disconnects that occur when traditional IRC servers lose contact with each other.
It is implemented in Go and uses the Raft consensus algorithm so multiple servers agree on network state, allowing rolling upgrades and machine restarts without users noticing in normal use.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Uses the Raft consensus algorithm to replicate IRC state across servers.
- Avoids netsplits when individual servers reboot or become temporarily unavailable.
- Lets users keep using standard IRC clients through the RobustIRC bridge.
- Preserves sessions across brief client connectivity problems by reconnecting transparently.
- Includes tools and documentation for running a RobustIRC network.
Website: github.com/robustirc/robustirc
Support:
Developer: The RobustIRC Authors
License: BSD 3-Clause “New” or “Revised” License
RobustIRC is written in Go. Learn Go with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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