Here is my design to participate in the #PCBWay12BadgeContest. This year it comes in two variants: one to hang around the neck (with a ribbon or lanyard) and the other to pin on the lapel as a brooch (with a safety pin or brooch clip).

What does PCBWay mean to you?

For me, PCBWay is a great pillar, a place of inspiration, a great bazaar — a place where each of us can bring our ideas to life with high-quality products, components and manufacturing. It makes those of us who are far away feel that distance is only geographical, as they demonstrate closeness by supporting our projects and resolving inquiries in a very short time.

As a side note, last year I could only submit the graphic design of a badge, and thanks to several makers and engineers who collaborated on my project, I was able to see it come to life. This year, I challenged myself to go further and, through self-learning, tackled the task comprehensively — not only with the graphic design, but also working on the concept, schematic, connections, programming and the PCB itself.

What message does your badge design convey?

This year I envisioned a wearable badge full of celebration — almost like a theater marquee — with different green light sequences, matching the company's color, that highlight and celebrate the brand and its 12 years of history.

Why is your design significant?

This design is meant to be worn, not left in a drawer or on a desk. It is functional — it is meant to be carried, to be worn, to be shown off, whether hanging from the neck on a green ribbon or pinned to the lapel of a suit or on the chest of a garment with a brooch clip, conveying institutional identity, corporate spirit and innovation in applied technology.