How to install WeeChat on different distributions

WeeChat (Wee Enhanced Environment for Chat) is a lightweight, configurable chat client primarily used for IRC (Internet Relay Chat), although it can also connect to other platforms through scripts or plugins.

What is it used for?

• Chatting on IRC networks (such as libera.chat, OFTC, etc.).
• For system administrators, developers or advanced users who prefer terminal tools.
• Automating interactions with bots, support channels, logs, etc.

Key features of WeeChat:

• Runs in the terminal (CLI): Runs on the command line (such as in a console or terminal).
• Modularity: You can extend its functionality with scripts in various languages (Python, Lua, Perl, Ruby, etc.).
• Multiple protocols: Although designed for IRC, it can connect to Matrix, Slack, Discord and more using bridges or scripts.
• Lightweight and fast: Uses few resources, making it ideal for servers or computers with limited resources.
• Multiple screens and buffers: Lets you view multiple channels or conversations in parallel.
• Support for proxies, SSL/TLS, notifications, etc.

Update the system

# apt update && apt upgrade

# yum update && yum upgrade

# pkg update && pkg upgrade

Install WeeChat

# apt-get install weechat-curses weechat-plugins

# dnf install weechat

# pkg install weechat

 We download and proceed to install Cygwin
 Once installed, we select WeeChat packages in setup.exe

Start WeeChat

Launch WeeChat. On Linux distributions, run

weechat

To access the help commands

/help 
/help server

We recommend visiting the official documentation, where you will find a quick guide on how to add servers and channels and connect to an IRC server.

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