We have a recognition program in which we assign users or contributors depending on the activities they perform or contributions they make to our products or projects.
This is a proposal for a leveling system of badges that defines the different levels in specific areas.
Note: All badges are available at - badges.layer5.io
1. Common Badge (White Ring):
- These badges are readily available to all contributors.
- Basic achievement threshold is required for this badge.
2. Bronze Badge (Bronze Ring):
- Awarded to individuals who are beginning to perform well.
- Criteria: Publish 5 designs.
3. Silver Badge (Silver Ring):
- Typically awarded to individuals who are excelling.
- Criteria: Publish 25 designs.
4. Gold Badge (Gold Ring):
- Symbolizes top performance.
- Reserved for individuals who have demonstrated outstanding skill, creativity, and dedication in their field.
- Gold color can be used for special edition badges, such as CNCF Ambassadors.
- Criteria: Publish 50 designs.
5. Platinum Badge (Platinum Ring):
- Represents excellence, mastery, and extraordinary achievement and contribution.
- Criteria: Publish 100 designs.
6. Diamond Badge (Diamond Ring):
- The pinnacle of accomplishment.
- Reserved for those who have consistently pushed boundaries and made a significant impact.
- Criteria: Publish 200 designs.
7. Emerald Badge (Emerald Ring):
- Rare and prestigious.
- Awarded to trailblazers who innovate and inspire.
- Criteria: Publish 500 designs.
8. Ruby Badge (Ruby Ring):
- Exceptional and legendary.
- Given to those who have left an indelible mark on the community.
- Criteria: Publish 1000 designs.
