This was my first time soldering and it went pretty well. On booting it up the LEDs weren't working on one side and one key wasn't registering, a quick hit with the iron got it going fine.
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Very new to all of this.... But where would I start with replicating something like this. I'm fine with a soldering iron, but where do I get the kit to begin with?
I bought it here https://keebd.com/en-us/products/ergodash-keyboard-kit?variant=41478496616600 It comes with PCBs, a simple case, and all the necessary components apart from the controllers which I got a better deal for a 3 pack of clones on Amazon. They also carry the optional underglow LEDs and Arduino pro micro hot swap headers and pins.
For these DIY keyboards you could also just buy PCBs on their own and work out a parts list from the build guide. Maybe 3D print a case for it.
I also used Mill-Max sockets for the switches so I can remove them anytime, Durock Silent Shrimp switches, and DSA Hana keycaps.
Thank you very much for the useful reply!