Re: Bring ARM into the fold?
On Wed, 2026-04-15 at 09:15 +0900, Evans Jahja wrote:
So the first step is to install a client.
I am confused as well. I have a Matrix account on matrix.org and a client. I'm not sure where the room is. [snip]
What am I missing?
Sorry, I'm not a big fan of chat rooms, so I'm not familiar with the pitfalls. Google says: "Übersicht mit KI To join the #archlinux-ports IRC channel, which is dedicated to discussing Arch Linux ports to other architectures (like ARM, PPC, MIPS, etc.), you need to connect to the Libera.Chat IRC network. Here are the steps to join: Use an IRC Client: Open an IRC client (such as HexChat, Konversation, or WeeChat) and connect to the Libera.Chat network: irc.libera.chat. Join the Channel: Once connected to the network, join the channel by typing: /join #archlinux-ports Alternative (Webchat): You can use the Libera.Chat Webchat in your browser. Enter a nickname, set the channel to #archlinux-ports, and click "Start". Rules & Etiquette: Be sure to read the channel topic and rules upon joining, as specific IRC channels in the Arch community have established guidelines for participation. The Arch Linux Ports project also relies on mailing lists for communication, which you can join via the Arch Linux Mailman interface."
PS: Oops! My first question was "How to join #archlinux-ports", now I asked for "How to join #archlinux-ports on Matrix" and the answer is "Übersicht mit KI To join the #archlinux-ports channel on Matrix, you can join the room directly using its address. Matrix Room Address: #ports:archlinux.org Alternative Link: You can use a Matrix client (like Element) to join via https://matrix.to Key Details: Purpose: This room is used for testing and helping with Arch Linux ports to other architectures (e.g., aarch64). Bridge: The Matrix room is bridged to the IRC channel #archlinux-ports on Libera Chat. Recommendation: If you are having trouble joining, the Arch Linux Matrix space requires an account on accounts.archlinux.org, and you may need to contact a moderator or use an existing member to get an invite. Ensure your Matrix client is set up, then search for or join #ports:archlinux.org."
It's confusing. I have no idea! Years ago, it was still easy to join these kinds of chats, and it was just a total mess trying to make sense of the jumble of questions and answers. I apologize, I didn't realize that these days, the chaos doesn't start with the chat itself, but begins the moment you try logging in. The Google results are probably totally bogus.
On 4/14/26 8:36 PM, Ralf Mardorf wrote:
It's confusing. I have no idea!
Years ago, it was still easy to join these kinds of chats, and it was just a total mess trying to make sense of the jumble of questions and answers. I apologize, I didn't realize that these days, the chaos doesn't start with the chat itself, but begins the moment you try logging in.
The Google results are probably totally bogus.
I tried the Webchat and it was no go could not connect. I also could not "register" my nickname I tried to follow what was on the chat web site https://libera.chat/ Total disaster at the best point........ I would need guidance like step 1 ..... step 2 ... etc.... Being an Old Fart I don't have the time to debug the "chat room" It looks as if i will have to set this one out. -- Hindi madali ang maging ako
I tried the Webchat and it was no go could not connect.
I also could not "register" my nickname
I tried to follow what was on the chat web site https://libera.chat/ I would need guidance like
step 1 .....
step 2 ...
etc....
Ralf, please follow the guidance here. You could use the chat website, you could use a normal IRC client, doesn't matter. https://libera.chat/guides/registration Short explanation: To prevent someone from impersonating you, usernames need to be registered and be password-protected. This is done by messaging special commands to bot account named `NickServ`.
On Thu, 2026-04-16 at 14:22 +0900, evansjahja13@gmail.com wrote:
I tried the Webchat and it was no go could not connect.
I also could not "register" my nickname
I tried to follow what was on the chat web site https://libera.chat/ I would need guidance like
step 1 .....
step 2 ...
etc....
Ralf, please follow the guidance here. You could use the chat website, you could use a normal IRC client, doesn't matter.
https://libera.chat/guides/registration
Short explanation: To prevent someone from impersonating you, usernames need to be registered and be password-protected. This is done by messaging special commands to bot account named `NickServ`.
Thank you for the information.
On 4/14/26 9:28 PM, Ralf Mardorf wrote:
Bridge: The Matrix room is bridged to the IRC channel #archlinux-ports on Libera Chat.
Is #archlinux-ports on IRC actually bridged to matrix? I don't see it on the infra docs [1]. [1] https://github.com/archlinux/infrastructure/blob/master/docs/matrix.md --- fermino
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Ralf Mardorf