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Dev tools · March 10, 2020

Birch, an IRC client written in bash

An IRC client written in bash. Contribute to dylanaraps/birch development by creating an account on GitHub.

Birch, an IRC client written in bash launched on March 10, 2020 with 12 votes, #1,053 of 4,417 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 6 years on.

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In plain words

Birch is an IRC client built entirely in bash scripting language. It enables users to connect to and interact with IRC networks directly from the command line. Designed for developers and terminal enthusiasts who prefer lightweight, text-based communication tools, Birch offers a straightforward alternative to graphical IRC clients. The project is available on GitHub for those interested in exploring or contributing to its development.

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