I Split My Keyboard In Half To Write Code. Worth It?

In this video I talk about my experience using a split mechanical keyboard for software development, whether or not learning how to use one is worth it and what my experience has been like. I've been using my split for over a year now to write all my code and work on all of my software development projects and have really come to love it, but it might not be for everyone. Hope you guys enjoy the video and don't forget to subscribe to the channel if you enjoyed it! Let me know if you have any questions in the comments!

Below I've provided links for pre-built keyboard options and also everything you need to build a keyboard like mine. Any amazon links below are affiliates (other links are not). By clicking and/or purchasing from these links I receive a small commission (at no cost to you). This really helps me out in funding my videos and growing my channel❤️

⏰ Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
00:24 - My First Mechanical Keyboard
01:00 - Building a Split Keyboard
02:42 - Learning to Use One
04:43 - Why I Love It
06:07 - What I Don't Like
06:42 - Pre-Built Alternatives
07:12 - Conclusion

⌨️ Pre-Built Keyboard Options

Non Split Keyboards:
1. My First Mechanical Keyboard: https://amzn.to/34cQvsE
2. Keychron K2 (Very Popular): https://amzn.to/3utqno6

Split Keyboards:
1. Ergodox EZ (Ortho): https://ergodox-ez.com/pages/customize
2. Moonlander (Ortho): https://www.zsa.io/moonlander/
3. Dygma Raise (Staggered): https://dygma.com/products/dygma-raise

🛠 Build My Keyboard (Rev. 5 instead of 4) ⌨️

Build Guide: https://keeb.io/collections/iris-spli...

Walk Through:    • Iris Rev. 5 Split Keyboard Build  

Keeb.io Iris Rev. 5 Parts: https://keeb.io/collections/iris-spli...

⌨️ Parts List

1. Clear Cherry Mx Brown Switches (10 Pack) x 6
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3rvF3Bb (affiliate)
Alternative: https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/...
Blacks (Not Clear): https://amzn.to/3J6v4rP (affiliate)

2. 100 Blue Leds 2x3x4mm: https://www.ebay.com/itm/122017191797...

3. Ortholinear Keycap Set: https://amzn.to/3uxeCNd (affiliate)

4. Soldering Kit: https://amzn.to/3grOFGA (affiliate)

5. PCB Boards 🧠: https://keeb.io/collections/iris-spli...

6. Top/Bottom Plates: https://keeb.io/collections/iris-spli...

7. Clear Middle Layer: https://keeb.io/collections/iris-spli...

8. Cherry Mx Stabilizer: https://keeb.io/collections/iris-spli...

9. Usb C to Usb C Cable: https://amzn.to/34CAnjD
Note that Iris Rev. 5 uses Usb C to Usb C
If you are building Iris Rev. 4, use TRRS Cable: https://amzn.to/3GtRUrL

10. USB C Cable: https://amzn.to/3B3Z0SO