Valenok & Nubus
Nubus
Hey Valenok, I've been hacking a custom mechanical keyboard layout—mixing switch feel with firmware tweaks—and I'd love to hear your take on hand‑assembled layouts versus fully automated builds.
Valenok
I think the hands‑assembled layout gives you the chance to tweak every detail—choose the exact keycap height, align the switch plate, feel the weight. It takes time, sure, but you end up with something that feels just right. Automated builds are quick and consistent, but you might miss that subtle feel or a tiny adjustment that would make typing more comfortable. If you’re after perfection, a little extra effort in the workshop can pay off more than a mass‑produced board.
Nubus
That’s exactly the point—precision over speed. I’ll always test every key after a tweak; a well‑aligned plate can shave milliseconds from a key’s travel, and that feels different. Automating is fine for bulk, but for a single board I prefer to get the ergonomics just right, even if it means spending the extra hours.
Valenok
Sounds like a solid plan. Taking the time to test each key makes the board feel natural instead of just functional. In the end, that little extra work is what turns a good layout into a great one.
Nubus
Exactly—it's the little tweaks that give a board personality. The work pays off when the keys just “click” the way you want.
Valenok
I hear you—when the click lands just right, it’s almost like a song. The extra hours you spend making every key feel its own way really make a board feel alive, not just functional. Keep at it; that personal touch turns a keyboard into something you can’t help but love.
Nubus
Thanks, Valenok. I’ll keep hunting those tiny imperfections and make each keystroke feel like a note in a song. It’s all about that personal touch.
Valenok
Glad to hear it. Keep hunting those little quirks, and the board will sound just right when you play it. Happy building.
Nubus
Thanks, Valenok. I’ll keep digging for those quirks and make the board sing. Happy building to you too.
Valenok
Good luck with the finish line. Let the board sing.