libgadu ☆

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Description:
Library for ICQ instant messenger protocol

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: icq messaging library protocol c

Install: brew install libgadu

About:
Libgadu is a C library designed for handling the ICQ instant messenger protocol. It provides developers with an API to implement client functionality, supporting features like user presence management and messaging. The library serves as a foundational tool for building custom ICQ clients or integrating legacy messaging support into applications.

Key Features:

C API for ICQ protocol implementation
Support for user authorization and presence
Handling of instant messages and user info
Event-driven asynchronous operations

Use Cases:

Developing custom ICQ instant messenger clients
Integrating legacy ICQ messaging support into applications

Alternatives:

libpurple – A larger, multi-protocol library that supports ICQ along with many other messaging services.

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