How do I enable desktop notifications in tiny?

Desktop notifications are an opt-in feature. You need to compile tiny with the 'desktop-notifications' feature flag using cargo, and on Linux, ensure libdbus is installed. This allows notifications for new messages.

Can tiny connect to multiple IRC servers simultaneously?

Yes, tiny can connect to multiple servers as configured in the YAML file. By default, it connects to all listed servers, but you can use command-line arguments to connect to a subset based on server address patterns.

tiny vs irssi: which terminal IRC client is better?

tiny offers a more modern Rust codebase with features like a dedicated mentions tab and automatic reconnection, while irssi has a larger ecosystem and scripting support. Choose tiny for minimalism and reliability, or irssi for extensibility.

How to customize key bindings in tiny?

Key bindings can be configured in the config.yml file. Refer to the wiki page for details; defaults include vim-inspired shortcuts like C-n/C-p for tab navigation and alt-keys for switching tabs.

Does tiny support SASL authentication?

Yes, tiny supports SASL authentication for secure login. You can configure it in the YAML config file by specifying username and password, with the option to use external commands for password retrieval.

Is tiny compatible with ZNC bouncers?

Yes, tiny is znc compatible, allowing seamless integration with ZNC bouncers for persistent connections and message playback.

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A terminal IRC client written in Rust with a clean UI, mentions tab, and configurable key bindings.

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What is tiny?

tiny is a terminal-based IRC client written in Rust, designed for modern IRC usage with a focus on usability and minimalism. It provides a streamlined interface for connecting to IRC servers, managing channels, and handling mentions efficiently, solving the problem of missing mentions after inactivity.

Target Audience

Developers and power users who prefer terminal applications and need a reliable, configurable IRC client for daily communication on IRC networks, especially those using ZNC bouncers or requiring secure connections.

Value Proposition

Developers choose tiny for its clean UI that condenses repetitive messages, a dedicated mentions tab to never miss notifications, and automatic reconnection for uninterrupted sessions, all with extensive configurability including SASL authentication and TLS support.

Overview

A terminal IRC client

Use Cases

Best For

Users who need a terminal-based IRC client with automatic reconnection after sleep or network issues.
Power users seeking configurable key bindings inspired by terminal emulators and vim for efficient navigation.
Individuals requiring secure IRC connections with SASL authentication and TLS support.
Those using ZNC bouncers who want seamless compatibility in a client.
Users who want to avoid missing mentions across channels with a dedicated mentions tab.
Developers looking for a minimal, Rust-based IRC client with desktop notifications (via feature flag) and customizable colors.

Not Ideal For

Users who require a graphical user interface with mouse navigation and visual themes.
Windows users unable or unwilling to use Windows Subsystem for Linux.
Teams needing integrated support for multiple chat protocols beyond IRC.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Clean Message Display

Condenses consecutive join/part/quit messages and omits redundant timestamps, reducing UI clutter based on inspiration from irc-core.

Comprehensive Mentions Management

Aggregates all user mentions in a dedicated tab with server and channel info, ensuring no mention is missed after inactivity.

Robust Reconnection Logic

Automatically detects disconnections and reconnects after network issues or system sleep, ideal for always-on usage.

Extensive Customization Options

Offers configurable key bindings inspired by vim and terminal emulators, along with color settings and external command integration for passwords.

Cons

Cross-Platform Limitations

No native Windows support; requires Windows Subsystem for Linux, which can be a barrier for Windows-only environments.

Optional Features Behind Flags

Desktop notifications are an opt-in feature that requires compiling with a feature flag and additional dependencies like libdbus, making them less convenient.

Configuration Overhead

Relies on YAML configuration files and external shell commands for passwords, which may be complex for users preferring GUI settings.

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