Custom, cheap, easy, and safe badges without starting from scratch
securelyfitz
DEF CON 32 Creator Stage · Day 1 · Creator Stage
In this DEF CON 32 talk, hardware hacking and reverse engineering instructor securelyfitz (Joe) introduces an **open hardware badge design** aimed at simplifying the creation of custom, functional, and engaging electronic badges for conferences. The core premise of his work is born from a desire for efficiency and reusability, reflecting the engineering principle of "laziness" – why reinvent the wheel when a robust, tested platform can be adapted? The talk addresses common frustrations with conference badges, such as non-functionality or the high barrier to entry for organizers and enthusiasts looking to design their own.