Robust IRC

Product Overview

RobustIRC is a self-hosted IRC (Internet Relay Chat) server that eliminates the issue of netsplits, where traditional IRC networks split whenever a server experiences brief network connectivity issues or needs to be upgraded. This distributed IRC server uses the RobustSession protocol and provides a seamless experience for users, ensuring they do not notice when a server is rolled out or reboots.

Main Features

RobustIRC boasts several key features that set it apart from traditional IRC servers:

• No netsplits: With RobustIRC, your users will not be disconnected when a server experiences brief network connectivity issues or needs to be upgraded.
• Robust against connectivity issues between clients and the network: If a client's internet connection hiccups, they will transparently be connected to a different server, ensuring their session is not terminated.
• Standard IRC clients can be used: RobustIRC speaks IRC as per RFC2812 (tunneled over the RobustSession protocol), allowing you to keep using your favorite IRC client and configure a RobustIRC network just like any other IRC network.

By leveraging the Raft consensus algorithm, RobustIRC provides a robust and reliable IRC experience for users. Its modular design and support for multiple programming languages make it an attractive option for developers looking to build custom IRC networks.