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 am by no means an expert in DIY tech however, having just acquired my first soldering pen/gun as of a month ago, may not be approaching it the right way)
However, this: " ...But now I'm thinking a Raspberry Pi would fit under or inside a mechanical keyboard case or mount... " has been something that I have thought about and will be following this to see where this goes...
I too would like to know how feasible it would be to mount one into a MK, though I think my intentions might be slightly different. I'm interested to know if the RP could be used as the KB controller and control back/under lighting along with functioning as a computer on its own... Or maybe like, a home made logitech G19 or something.