I am new to the speedrunning community and I have some questions.
First is there a dkctf discord and second do you need splits and profecianal sofware or no can you just record with a regular camera?

There is a discord for both Donkey Kong Country Returns and Tropical Freeze, here you go. https://discordapp.com/invite/Pfm9g8J
As for the 2nd question, I'm pretty sure you don't need splits, just a timer and probably some software (Not sure about this one though)

Hello! You don't need any fancy software, we just need any sort of video feed for proof (so recording with a regular camera is good). You don't need to have splits but a timer on the feed would be ideal if possible so that it's easier to verify.

Good luck with the runs and welcome aboard 🙂

Thanks everyone