notaroomba/keybytes
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What it is
Hardware project for a modular keyboard in which each key is a 1u PCB with its own microcontroller and pogo pins, connected to a main board with Bluetooth and USB-C. Magnetic cases hold the modules together. KiCad and Onshape design files are included.
Who it's for
Hardware hobbyists and keyboard builders interested in custom PCB and rearrangeable keyboard designs
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- Best place on RepoAlerts: #32, on 27 Oct 2026
- On the Hacker News front page on 26 Oct 2026
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- Show HN: A Truly Modular Keyboard286 points · 104 comments · 25 Oct 2026
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