What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
I can really recommend this kit for a very cheap soldering practice project https://www.sparkfun.com/products/10930 Plenty of through-hole soldering to give you the confidence you need to laugh at the white fox kit.
You almost cant go wrong with soldering. My very first time in soldering was with the Infinity keyboard, and took me less than an hour. Then I did another one, and then handwiring stuff, and never had any issues whatsoever. Soldering is really easy.