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Split keyboard with double middle keys?
  • I had a similar set of typing habits when I started and found that the bfo9000 suited my needs, may be worth a try for you.

    It is ortholinear, rather that the row staggered layout you requested, but does allow the "overreaching" typing style.

    https://keeb.io/products/bfo-9000-keyboard-customizable-full-size-split-ortholinear

  • First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard
  • In a perfect world, yeah totally. I could use controllers that are approximately twice the price (nice!nanos) and have to rewrite the firmware (qmk -> zmk) and deal with Bluetooth, or I could just use wires and have it "just work™". I personally prefer this, but tons of people go the wireless route.

  • First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard
  • I have a larger build and nailing down the ergonomics is really hard without a split board.

    I could use a unibody split but this is just easier to adjust and travel with this way.

    I could also use either half independently. (with a quick firmware change on the right, but still)

  • First Working Prototype Complete - Swirl Split Keyboard

    It's not done yet, but I figured I'd show off a little bit since I have been using this for a few weeks now. This is the "swirl". It's heavily inspired by the helix with some notable changes:

    • mbk Choc Spacing (Dimensions are about 12.5cm x 8.5cm on either half)
    • Reversible roller encoders on the top inner switch

    https://github.com/vmorganp/swirl

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    [PCB Review Request] "Swirl" a choc-spaced helix-like board with reversible thumb encoders instead of a top inner button
    github.com GitHub - vmorganp/swirl: helix-like choc spaced keyboard with dual thumb rollers

    helix-like choc spaced keyboard with dual thumb rollers - vmorganp/swirl

    GitHub - vmorganp/swirl: helix-like choc spaced keyboard with dual thumb rollers

    Hey guys, not sure if we do PCB reviews in this group, but I figured I'd give it a shot since I know it was a thing that happened over in the bad website.

    It's essentially a 5x6+1+encoder board. Images below and open source hardware repo is linked.

    kicad render for the juicy thumbnail !

    Front !

    Back !

    This is baby's first PCB design, so feel free to tear me a new one in the comments so I can make good boards.

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