NetHirc is a Perl-based IRC client that utilizes CPAN's POE::Component::IRC modules.
NetHirc is a Perl-based IRC client using the POE::Component::IRC modules from CPAN. This terminal-based client is primarily geared towards UNIX users.
The developer behind NetHirc created the program with Nethack-inspired messages, which can be explored in-depth within the distribution files. Although the client may not have a visually stunning interface, it compensates with stability and user-friendliness, at least for those familiar with ircII. The developer uses NetHirc exclusively, and the client can remain operational 24/7, barring DNS issues and system crashes.
Those interested in learning more about NetHirc can browse the source code or download and run the program. The developer chose to leverage the capabilities of Perl instead of creating a custom scripting language, which he found to be much more efficient. Additionally, NetHirc allows users to manage their own settings and configurations, even if it means making their own errors.
Among the key features of NetHirc, you will find line/word/byte counters, artifact item usage by IRCops, enhanced support for multiple concurrent connections to different servers, improved channel management, easy installation, real-time SSFE updates on the status bar, and a range of silly text manipulations (mirror, reverse, yoda, pig Latin). Process pipes can also send messages to channels or users via private message.
The system requirements for NetHirc include POE::Component::IRC >= 3.4, String::Format, YAML, and Perl. The most recent release contains a fix developed to work around the PoCo::Client::DNS "fix." Overall, NetHirc is a reliable and user-friendly IRC client suitable for experienced UNIX users.
The developer behind NetHirc created the program with Nethack-inspired messages, which can be explored in-depth within the distribution files. Although the client may not have a visually stunning interface, it compensates with stability and user-friendliness, at least for those familiar with ircII. The developer uses NetHirc exclusively, and the client can remain operational 24/7, barring DNS issues and system crashes.
Those interested in learning more about NetHirc can browse the source code or download and run the program. The developer chose to leverage the capabilities of Perl instead of creating a custom scripting language, which he found to be much more efficient. Additionally, NetHirc allows users to manage their own settings and configurations, even if it means making their own errors.
Among the key features of NetHirc, you will find line/word/byte counters, artifact item usage by IRCops, enhanced support for multiple concurrent connections to different servers, improved channel management, easy installation, real-time SSFE updates on the status bar, and a range of silly text manipulations (mirror, reverse, yoda, pig Latin). Process pipes can also send messages to channels or users via private message.
The system requirements for NetHirc include POE::Component::IRC >= 3.4, String::Format, YAML, and Perl. The most recent release contains a fix developed to work around the PoCo::Client::DNS "fix." Overall, NetHirc is a reliable and user-friendly IRC client suitable for experienced UNIX users.
What's New
Version 0.94: N/A