Hi, I’m Bartosz
I’m Bartosz Pater, a software developer and engineering manager with over a decade of experience in software. I spend much of my day at a keyboard, and I’m interested in making that time more comfortable.
Outside work, I enjoy time with my family and training Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Why I Started ErgoType
Wrist discomfort and fatigue led me to question the keyboard setup I had always taken for granted. I began exploring split keyboards, alternative layouts, and DIY builds to understand what might suit me better.
ErgoType grew out of those experiments. I wanted a place to share the details I would have found useful at the beginning: what a keyboard is like to use, what building one involves, and what changes when you learn a different layout.
What I Explore in Practice
I write about ergonomic keyboards through my own builds and everyday use, including a 34-key Ferris Sweep setup for programming and my switch from QWERTY to Colemak.
My articles cover keyboard reviews, build logs, and layout experiments, with attention to the learning curve and compromises involved. These are personal experiences, not promises that a particular keyboard will work for everyone. My aim is to help you make a more informed choice for your own setup.
Let’s Connect
Have a question about a build or a keyboard experience to share? Email me at hello@ergotype.pro.
You can also find keyboard videos on YouTube: @ergotypepro. For my writing about managing engineering teams, visit Engineering Leadership.