How We Made the Badge Before You Showed Up

Discover the behind-the-scenes process of creating the TROOPERS badge in this insightful conference talk. Explore the journey from initial concept to final product, including the decision to use Python, the incorporation of accelerometer technology, and the challenges faced during software optimization. Gain valuable insights into the general lessons learned, the development of batch applications, and some intriguing secrets revealed along the way. Delve into the world of hardware hacking and badge design, learning from the experiences of the team who brought this unique project to life.

Intro
Jeff
melted hacker
the badge
goals
why Python
accelerometer
software
optimization
other stuff
general lessons
batch apps
secrets