Become a sponsor to Christian Lo
Hey everyone! I'm a Canadian software developer who likes to make experimental keyboards in their free time!
The projects I make try to explore something new with keyboards. The projects I'm most proud of include:
- beyblock20: a magnetic, modular keyboard system where people can assemble their own keyboard/macro pad from modules.
- keezyboost40: a low profile keyboard that has a large LCD screen in the middle. With the right firmware, it would have the capability to run applications or play games.
- banime40: a 4x10 gasket mount ortholinear keyboard. It has support for up to 2 rotary encoders
I always open-source every design for people to make one themselves, or for them to remix in any way they see fit. I also strive to make each design as accessible as possible, by using relatively commodity parts that can be soldered with just a soldering iron.
Seeing that I don't close source my designs and sell my boards via group buys, most of the electrical components and equipment I need to buy come out of my own pocket. With upcoming projects, such as beyblock20 compatible modules, I am starting to reach a point where my hobby is not becoming as sustainable I would like it to be due to supply costs, at least at the rate I'm going.
Your support and sponsorships will help enable me to continue to create new designs, and iterate on existing ones. Most importantly, every single dollar will go back into R&D supplies and equipment, and help me to continue the pace I'm at, or perhaps even go faster!
Reaching the lofty goal of 5 sponsors would mean a ton to me! On top of covering a good chunk of the supply and equipment cost, it would be a positive signal that my designs have impact! I would be inclined to continue to put as much time into this hobby as I currently do!
Featured work
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ChrisChrisLoLo/banime40
A 4x10 hotswap ortholinear keyboard that supports multiple configurations.
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ChrisChrisLoLo/keezyboost40
4x10 ortholinear with an LCD in the middle. Uses the Raspberry Pi Pico, as well as Rust firmware
Rust 185 -
ChrisChrisLoLo/beyblock20
The magnetic, modular, 20-key macropad that can join together to form an ortholinear board
Python 308 -
ChrisChrisLoLo/bancouver40
A 4x10 CFX spaced low-profile mechanical keyboard.
C 72 -
ChrisChrisLoLo/babbit36
A 36 key wireless ortholinear keyboard
G-code 33 -
ChrisChrisLoLo/pusheenz40
A pocket keyboard that uses SMD mouse switches. Low profile and easy to assemble
Prolog 33
60% towards 5 monthly sponsors goal
beekeeb and 2 others sponsor this goal
$5 a month
SelectSupporter Tier
Help provide funding for future keyboard related projects, as well as support for existing projects! This will help keep me stock up on the essentials, such as diodes, hotswap sockets, and 3D filament!
- Logo or name goes into a project README of your choice, as well as on my profile README
- For anonymity, this will be omitted if your donation is anonymous, unless otherwise requested
$10 a month
SelectSuper Supporter Tier
Greatly help support my hobby, and help me continue to order pricier parts such as magnetic connectors, bluetooth micro controllers, etc.
- All perks from previous tiers
- Your name will be listed as a sponsor in my blog posts
- For anonymity, these perks will be omitted if your donation is anonymous, unless otherwise requested
$15 a month
SelectSuper Supporter Turbo Tier
Wow! This amount helps me considerably! Not only will this help cover the expenses of supplies, but I can start using the amount to save up for equipment like a hot plate or oscilloscope!
- All perks from previous tiers
- Your name will go in the description comment of any of my future Youtube and Reddit posts!
- For anonymity, these perks will be omitted if your donation is anonymous, unless otherwise requested