Description:
Extensible IRC client
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 4.8.1@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 1, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@weechat |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Networking
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Tags:
irc
chat
terminal
client
communication
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Install:
brew install weechat
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About:
WeeChat is a fast, lightweight, and extensible Internet Relay Chat (IRC) client. It runs in a terminal, making it highly efficient and suitable for remote sessions or low-resource environments. Its modular design supports plugins and scripts in multiple languages, allowing users to customize the client extensively for their specific workflows.
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Key Features:
- Lightweight and fast terminal-based interface
- Highly extensible via plugins and scripts (Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.)
- Secure connections with SSL/TLS support
- Multi-protocol support (IRC, Matrix via plugin)
- Highly customizable interface and behavior
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Use Cases:
- Persistent IRC chat sessions on remote servers
- Customizable team communication for developers
- Automating chat interactions with scripts
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Alternatives:
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irssi
– Irssi is another popular terminal IRC client; WeeChat is often considered more modular and modern with a more active development cycle.
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HexChat
– HexChat offers a graphical user interface (GUI), whereas WeeChat is strictly terminal-based, making it better for headless systems.
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