Question 1

How do I create a Discord bot with Arikawa?

Accepted Answer

Start by importing the state package, setting up a command router using cmdroute, and connecting with your bot token. The bare minimum example in the README shows a bot that responds to /ping with minimal code.

Question 2

Arikawa vs discordgo for Go Discord bots?

Accepted Answer

Arikawa offers better modularity and type safety with features like typed snowflakes, while discordgo is more monolithic and easier for quick starts. Choose Arikawa for complex, maintainable projects; discordgo for simpler bots.

Question 3

How to handle slash commands in Arikawa?

Accepted Answer

Use the cmdroute package to define command handlers and call OverwriteCommands to register them with Discord. The commands-hybrid example demonstrates routing and executing interaction commands effectively.

Question 4

Can I use Arikawa to cache messages for an undeleter bot?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Arikawa supports local or custom caches and PreHandlers to intercept delete events. The undeleter example caches messages in state to log deletions, showcasing this feature.

Question 5

Is Arikawa good for self-botting or user accounts?

Accepted Answer

While it includes user account support via the ningen package, the library explicitly warns against self-botting as it violates Discord's ToS. It's designed for ethical bot development only.

Question 6

How to implement custom caching with Redis in Arikawa?

Accepted Answer

Implement the cache interfaces provided in the state package, but the README doesn't detail Redis setup; you'll need to refer to Godoc for interface specifications and create your own implementation.

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