Summary

  • Learning to design and build a keyboard can be daunting, but there are many resources online to guide you through the process.
  • The more intricate the design, the more time it will take, but a macro pad only has a few switches, making it a much more manageable project.
  • You can 3D print cases and find schematics and code online to help you build your own board with any layout you want.
  • You could even try combining your love of keyboards and leather crafts to create a leather portable keyboard in the style of a wallet.
  • This week’s leftovers include a quick guide to cleaning your keyboard, the Secor typewriter, and the Levels prototype.
  • If you have any keyboard-related content you would like to see featured in future articles, you can email suggestions to kristinapanos@hackaday.com.

By Kristina Panos

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