My Space Cadet Deck - an Android Stream Deck replacement with deep Emacs integration
Andy Drop (he/him) - Web: https://plaindrops.de Fediverse: SpaceCadet@chaos.social, SpaceCadet@plaindrops.de
Format: 10-min talk ; Q&A: BigBlueButton conference room Etherpad: https://pad.emacsconf.org/2026-cadet
Etherpad: https://pad.emacsconf.org/2026-cadet
Status: Waiting for video from speaker
Description
After spending more time configuring my original Stream Deck than actually using it, I realized I’d rather build my own from scratch—just to spend even more time configuring it.
This talk is a love letter to over-engineering. I’ll walk you through how I turned an old Android tablet into a programmable macro pad, complete with custom Emacs keybindings, because why use a keyboard when you can tap a screen like a caffeinated octopus?
Expect:
- Software hacks (SDD (Swearword Driven development), and questionable life choices).
- Emacs sorcery (yes, it /does/ control my music, launch terminals, and occasionally insult me).
- Self-deprecating humor (because if I can’t laugh at my own failures, who can?).
Warning: May cause sudden urges to automate everything. Side effects include increased caffeine consumption, mild obsession with keyboards, and the occasional existential crisis when you realize you’ve spent three hours tweaking a button that saves you 10 seconds.
About the speaker:
I'm a passionate Emacs user and developer, tinkering with hardware to integrate it with Emacs. My talk introduces the SpaceCadet Deck, my Android-based Stream Deck alternative, and its deep integration with Emacs. I'll share my intention of building this customizable input device, highlighting its potential to enhance workflows. Expect live demos and practical tips.
Questions or comments? Please e-mail SpaceCadet@plaindrops.de
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