IRC Server in C++

This is a simple IRC (Internet Relay Chat) server implemented in C++. It allows users to connect, communicate, and interact in real-time chat channels. The server is designed to be easy to set up and use, making it a great starting point for learning about network programming and IRC protocol.

Features

Basic IRC server functionality.
Multiple channels support.
User registration and authentication.
Real-time communication through sockets.
Error handling for common network issues.
Minimalistic design for educational purposes.

Getting Started

To get started with the IRC server, follow these steps:

Clone the Repository: Start by cloning this repository to your local machine.
```
git clone https://github.com/amalsenhaji/ft_IRC.git
cd ft_IRC
```
Compile the Server: Use your our built-in Makefile to compile
```
make ircserv
```
Run the Server: Execute the compiled binary to start the server
```
./ircserver <port> <password>
```
Replace with the desired port number (e.g., 6667) and with the server password (optional).
Connect a Client: Use an IRC client (e.g., LimeChat) to connect to the server. Specify the server address and port, and you can start chatting!

Usage:

Once the server is running and clients are connected, you can use IRC client software to interact with the server. Here are some basic commands to get you started:

NICK <nickname>: Set your nickname.
JOIN <channel>: Join a channel.
PART <channel>: Leave a channel.
PRIVMSG <target> <message>: Send a private message to a user or channel.
QUIT [<message>]: Disconnect from the server (optional quit message).

Refer to the Supported Commands section for a full list of supported IRC commands.

Supported Commands:

This IRC server supports a subset of common IRC commands. These commands are used for communication, channel management, and user interactions. Below is a list of supported commands:

NICK: Set your nickname.
USER: Set your username.
JOIN: Join a channel.
PRIVMSG: Send a private message to a user or channel.
MODE: Change channel modes.
KICK: Kick users from a channel.
TOPIC: Set or view the channel topic.
PONG: Response to a PING request.
QUIT: Disconnect from the server.

Contributing:

We welcome contributions to this project. If you'd like to contribute, please follow these steps:

Fork the repository.
Create a new branch for your feature or bug fix.
Make your changes and commit them.
Submit a pull request with a clear description of your changes.

Please ensure your code follows the project's coding standards and conventions.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.