Show HN: Matrirc – run irssi in 2026, talk to people on Matrix

Category: infrastructure

Tags: matrix, irc, rust, chat, bridge

Score: 6.5/10 (Innovation: 6, Technical: 7, Documentation: 7, Utility: 6)

Matrirc is a local IRC server backed by Matrix, allowing users to connect IRC clients like irssi to Matrix rooms and DMs while supporting E2EE. It bridges the gap between modern Matrix communication and classic IRC workflows, offering a unique integration that is both practical and technically sophisticated. The project stands out for its thoughtful design, including authenticated media proxying and seamless irssi integration.

Target audience: backend devs, devops, messaging enthusiasts

Repository: https://github.com/pawelb0/matrirc · Rust · GPL-3.0 · 6 stars

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