How to Install Takahē on Void Linux

Takahē is a keyboard firmware that offers advanced features and customization options. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of installing Takahē on Void Linux.

Step 1: Install Dependencies

Before we can install Takahē, we need to make sure that all the required dependencies are installed on our system.

Open a terminal and run the following command:

sudo xbps-install gcc musl-dev make pkg-config

This will install the necessary tools and libraries needed to compile the firmware.

Step 2: Clone the Takahē Repository

Next, we need to download the Takahē source code from the official repository.

Navigate to the directory where you want to store the source code and run the following command:

git clone https://github.com/jpaldan/takhe.git

This will clone the latest version of the Takahē repository to your local system.

Step 3: Compile the Firmware

Now that we have the source code, we can compile the firmware. Navigate to the takhe directory and run the following command:

make

This will compile the firmware and create a binary file named takhe.bin.

Step 4: Flash the Firmware

The final step is to flash the compiled firmware onto your keyboard.

Connect your keyboard to your computer using a USB cable and put your keyboard into firmware update mode. The specific steps to enter firmware update mode will vary depending on your keyboard model. Refer to your keyboard's manual or the manufacturer's website for instructions.

Once your keyboard is in firmware update mode, run the following command:

sudo dfu-util -D takhe.bin

This will transfer the firmware binary to your keyboard and flash it onto the device.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully installed Takahē on your Void Linux system. You can now customize your keyboard firmware to suit your preferences and take advantage of the advanced features offered by Takahē.