Nocord HF – A discord style FT8 client written in Golang
Nocord HF is a new client designed for amateur radio enthusiasts, combining FT8 functionality with a Discord-style chat interface. It allows users to switch between FT8 and MeshCore modes, offering features like live waterfalls and chat history. The application is available for multiple platforms and requires specific configurations for optimal use.
- ▪Nocord HF integrates FT8 functionality with a chat interface similar to Discord.
- ▪Users can connect to a MeshCore device for enhanced communication across a mesh network.
- ▪The application supports multiple operating systems and requires specific permissions for microphone and Bluetooth access.
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NocordHF A Discord-style chat-focused client for amateur radio modes. Two applications in one binary: FT8 — pure-Go FT8 modem with live waterfall, decode chat, HEARD sidebar, DXCC map, and ADIF / LoTW logging. MeshCore — connect to a MeshCore companion-radio LoRa device (USB or Bluetooth) and chat across the mesh: contacts, channels, per-message delivery state, live route visualization on the map. Switch between modes from the left-hand mode rail. Each mode has its own settings, persistent chat history, and right-pane layout. FT8 mode — Discord-style chat of decoded messages, live waterfall, HEARD sidebar, DXCC map. Getting Started Download the official release (MacOS) The notarized macOS .app bundle from the GitHub releases page is the path of least resistance.
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