How to start contributing + Unable to contact via IRC

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How to start contributing + Unable to contact via IRC

Postby Utsav » 20 Nov 2019 11:38

Hi, I'm new to open source and I'm interested in contributing here. How can I get started?
Also, I tried the IRC channel but it kept saying "cannot send to nick/channel" so I need help with that too.
Thanks...

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Re: How to start contributing + Unable to contact via IRC

Postby InTheWings » 21 Nov 2019 04:34

:!: If you want your problem to be solved :
* First read troubleshooting guide VSG:Main
* Always provide verbose LOGS ! (command line or from gui)
* Always check your issue against a developer build from Nightly Build of VLC
* Tell us when your problem is solved !

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Re: How to start contributing + Unable to contact via IRC

Postby wig.flowers » 15 Aug 2020 03:44

Did this ever get solved? I read the link InTheWings posted, and couldn't find any specific instructions relating to connecting to the IRC.

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Re: How to start contributing + Unable to contact via IRC

Postby wig.flowers » 15 Aug 2020 04:31

So I think I fixed this myself, it seems to be that you can't message the IRC without registering your nickname.

I followed the instructions in the following link and can now message the IRC:

https://freenode.net/kb/answer/registration

Hopefully new people find this helpful. :)


UPDATE:
Do NOT use freenode anymore!
The new IRC server is: irc.libera.chat
The new web interface is: https://kiwiirc.com/nextclient/#ircs:// ... /#videolan


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