Question 1

How do I set up Hubot IRC adapter on Heroku?

Accepted Answer

Use the `heroku config:add` commands from the README to set environment variables like HUBOT_IRC_SERVER and HUBOT_IRC_ROOMS. Ensure your Hubot instance is deployed with the IRC adapter specified in the Procfile, and follow the configuration steps for a smooth integration on Heroku's cloud platform.

Question 2

How to enable SSL for secure IRC connections?

Accepted Answer

Set the HUBOT_IRC_USESSL environment variable to 'true' to enable SSL/TLS encryption. For self-signed certificates, use HUBOT_IRC_SERVER_FAKE_SSL, and for expired ones, use HUBOT_IRC_SERVER_CERT_EXPIRED, as detailed in the optional configuration section of the README.

Question 3

Hubot IRC adapter vs Slack adapter: which one should I use?

Accepted Answer

Choose based on your target platform: the IRC adapter is optimized for IRC networks with features like SASL and flood protection, while Slack adapters leverage Slack's API. If you're working with IRC communities, this adapter is ideal; for modern team chats, consider Slack alternatives.

Question 4

How to troubleshoot connection issues with the IRC server?

Accepted Answer

Enable debug mode by setting HUBOT_IRC_DEBUG to 'true' to view detailed logs. Verify all required environment variables are correct, including server, port, and authentication, and check the README's troubleshooting tips or join the #hubot-irc IRC channel for support.

Question 5

Can I use this for password-protected private IRC channels?

Accepted Answer

Yes, append the channel password to the room name in HUBOT_IRC_ROOMS, e.g., '#private password'. Ensure additional authentication like server password or Nickserv is configured if needed by the IRC network, as per the configuration guidelines.

Question 6

How does the unflood mechanism work and can I customize it?

Accepted Answer

The unflood mechanism queues outgoing messages and spaces them out to avoid rate limiting. Customize it by setting HUBOT_IRC_UNFLOOD to 'true' for default delays or a specific millisecond value, as mentioned in the README, though this may slow response times.

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