https://github.com/jaroslaw-weber/code-pillow
This is mine (I have few changes tho) if you want some inspiration :) it’s 34 based on Canary layout.
I really love small format but I struggle with chords misfiring. But it’s a good mix of one shot (shift and symbol layer) with hold (navigation) layers. I think I couldn’t go lower without sacrificing typing speed.
Bit too low for me but interesting. I think ditching pinky column completely is too much, I’d rather go 3*4+2 per hand minimum.
What’s the layout?
I bought iron specifically to solder keyboard. I practiced for like 6 hours with some cheap practice kit before starting keyboard.
Buy very thin solder wire. I was struggling until I realized that the wire was too thick. I got thinner wire and everything went smooth.
But cheap practice board for soldered (few USD) and practice first (desolder and solder again after you finish).
If your iron don’t have temperature control, but something that has it. I paid around 10usd for mine.
Go with switches first, do controller later, it’s slightly more difficult
If your keyboard supports vial, you can setup tap dance through ui