i built a chat server that you can connect to using netcat or telnet. it's written in python and supports multiple users, colorful messages, and custom nicknames. it's a fun way to chat with friends or colleagues without needing a special client.features: connect using just netcat, colorful output (gray for system, pink for your messages), change your nickname on the fly, see who's online.
repo: https://github.com/oeo/netcat-chat