Yeah, I think my favorite out there one so far is this one that requires side view mirrors to learn to use it properly:

https://www.allthingsergo.com/safetype-keyboard/

I've also avoided most of the kit ones, simply because I just don't have the time these days to do that much soldering.  The Ergodox does seem like it fits the bill, even if it's on the pricier side, so I may just go with that one if nothing better appears.

thanks!

On Fri, Jun 16, 2023 at 7:53 PM Krichevsky, Nicholas <njkrichevsky@wpi.edu> wrote:
Don't go too deep into the world of ergo keyboards... People take it very seriously.

My immediate recommendations are either a Moonlander or Ergodox. I haven't used either personally, but I've heard good things about them. 

From: Frank Sweetser via WLUG <wlug@lists.wlug.org>
Sent: Friday, June 16, 2023 7:51:30 PM
To: Worcester Linux Users' Group General Discussion <wlug@lists.wlug.org>
Cc: Frank Sweetser <frank.sweetser@gmail.com>
Subject: [EXT] [WLUG] Keyboard recommendations
 
My primary mechanical keyboard that I've been using for a while is starting to go a little flakey on me, even after a few rounds of cleaning, so I'm looking to finally replace it.  I'm looking for something:
  • With fully mechanical keys (replaceable switches would be a nice bonus)
  • Ergonomic layout, which these days seems to primarily mean a split design
  • Illuminated keycaps would be preferred
Anyone have good recommendations they can share?
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