https://github.com/vexoroldir/keyboard-1

Keyboard 1 is a full-size (ANSI 104) mechanical keyboard designed for durability and reliability. Powered by the Raspberry Pi RP2350, it features hot-swappable switches, a gasket-mounted design, USB-C and Bluetooth connectivity, and a CNC aluminum case. Fully open-source, including PCB, firmware, and CAD.
https://github.com/vexoroldir/keyboard-1

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Keyboard 1 is a full-size (ANSI 104) mechanical keyboard designed for durability and reliability. Powered by the Raspberry Pi RP2350, it features hot-swappable switches, a gasket-mounted design, USB-C and Bluetooth connectivity, and a CNC aluminum case. Fully open-source, including PCB, firmware, and CAD.

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/vexoroldir/keyboard-1
• Owner: vexoroldir
• License: mit
• Created: 2025-02-27T23:57:49.000Z (7 months ago)
• Default Branch: main
• Last Pushed: 2025-02-28T00:02:03.000Z (7 months ago)
• Last Synced: 2025-02-28T08:23:22.873Z (7 months ago)
• Topics: keyboard, keyboards, mechanical-keyboard, pcb, productivity, raspberry-pi, rp2350, tech, technology
• Homepage: https://vex.com/keyboard-1
• Size: 8.79 KB
• Stars: 0
• Watchers: 1
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 0
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  • Readme: README.md
  • License: LICENSE

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README

          
# 🎹 Keyboard 1 – A Full-Size Mechanical Keyboard by Vex | Made with Passion & Fully Open-Source 🚀  

**Keyboard 1** is a **full-size (ANSI 104) mechanical keyboard** designed for reliability, versatility, and an exceptional typing experience. Powered by the [Raspberry Pi RP2350](https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/rp2350/) ⚡, it features **hot-swappable switches** 🎛️, a **gasket-mounted structure** 🏗️, and both **USB Type-C and the latest Bluetooth connectivity** 🔗—all encased in a **CNC aluminum body** 🏆 for maximum durability and a premium feel.  

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## 🎯 Built for Precision and Durability  

Designed for professionals, enthusiasts, and anyone who values a well-built keyboard, **Keyboard 1** is engineered to deliver both **tactile comfort** and **long-term reliability**. Whether you're **coding** 💻, **writing** ✍️, or **gaming** 🎮, this keyboard is made to perform in any environment.  

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## ✨ Key Features  

✅ **Full-size ANSI 104 layout** – A complete setup with function keys and numpad for ultimate productivity.  

✅ **Gasket mount design** – Delivers a softer, more refined typing experience with reduced vibration.  

✅ **Hot-swappable PCB** – Easily swap switches without soldering for seamless customization.  

✅ **USB Type-C & latest Bluetooth connectivity** – Reliable wired or wireless connection with multi-device pairing.  

✅ **CNC aluminum case** – Sturdy, heavy, and built to last.  

✅ **Powered by [Raspberry Pi RP2350](https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/rp2350/)** – A dual-core **Arm Cortex-M33** and **RISC-V** microcontroller, running at up to 150MHz for top performance.  

✅ **Open-source firmware support** – Fully compatible with **[QMK](https://qmk.fm/)** and other open-source keyboard firmware.  

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## 💡 Designed with Passion, Built for the Community  

**Keyboard 1** was passionately designed by **Nur Rahman Affan Salim** in **Jakarta, Indonesia** 🇮🇩, embracing a fully **open-source philosophy**. From the **PCB schematics and layout**, to the **firmware**, and even the **CAD design of the case**, every aspect of **Keyboard 1** is **open and customizable**—ensuring full transparency and allowing the community to **modify, improve, and build upon it**.  

> 🔥 **Why Open-Source?**  

> Because great things are built together. By making everything open, we’re not just creating a keyboard—we’re **empowering the community** to take it further, refine it, and make it truly their own. 💪💡  

### 🛠️ Built with [KiCad](https://www.kicad.org/)  

The PCB design for **Keyboard 1** was developed using **[KiCad](https://www.kicad.org/)** 🖥️, an amazing open-source electronic design automation (EDA) tool. Huge thanks to the KiCad team for making such a powerful **free and open-source software** available to the community! 🙌  

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## 🔜 Firmware & Future Development  

We are also developing **[Vex Firmware](https://vex.fm/)** 🛠️, a custom firmware tailored to optimize **Keyboard 1’s** performance and features. Stay tuned for updates! 🚀  

💬 **Join the discussion, contribute, and let's build something amazing together!** 🎉