And even then, a lot of shared 'wisdom' about the risks of electrostatic discharge borders on paranoia.
Is any of it actually necessary, though? I’d argue it is not, so long as you take reasonable care to prevent static electricity building up in the first place. And even then, a lot of shared 'wisdom' about the risks of electrostatic discharge borders on paranoia. No, you will not shoot Force Lightning into the case if you build it while standing on carpet. Just wear shoes. It’s fine.