diff --git a/pages/chat.md b/pages/chat.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..220470b --- /dev/null +++ b/pages/chat.md @@ -0,0 +1,39 @@ +--- +title : Chat +subhead : Join the LBRY Chatt💬. +bg-image : "../img/foundation-chat-background-art.png" +layout : default +permalink : /chat/ +--- + +The main community chat is hosted via Discord and located at chat.lbry.org. +Some Hives maintain separate chat rooms that can be discovered by checking the [list of Hives.](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/swarm/#hives) + +# The Main Chat +The main community discord is a massive chat server used by over 68000 community members. +There you can... + +- Explore and develop ideas +- Help test new releases +- Participate in contests and competitions +- Get technical support +- Find your place in the [The Swarm](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/swarm) by creating or joining a LBRY [hive](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/swarm/#hives) +- Get funding through the [The Tavern](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/tavern/) for an [Initiative](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/tavern/#initiatives) or [Project](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/tavern/#project_grants) +- Chat with other LBRY users and creators from around the world about anything at all! + +# Joining the Chat + +1. Go [here](https://discord.com/invite/Z3bERWA) and follow the instructions to make a Discord account and join the server. +2. Once you are in the server, follow the instructions to verify that you are a human. +3. Say hi!! +4. Explore and join rooms. +A lot of communication happens via channels that start hidden, organized around Hives. Check out this [table for the full list](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/swarm/#hives). +If the hive is listed as having a role on the LBRY discord, assign yourself one using **!roles** command in **#hiveroles** channel. + +# Other Things to Know + +If you are looking to create a hive, join the **#makeahive** channel and follow the instructions on the [Swarm](https://lbryians.github.io/lbry-org-new/swarm/) page of this wiki. + +Don't be afraid to ask for help with anything in the **#help** channel. + +Otherwise, stick around in the #general channel and feel free to explore!