Enhance README with community and recognition details

Expanded the README to include community engagement details, recognition program, and Layer5 information.

Signed-off-by: Lee Calcote <[email protected]>

Author: leecalcote

README.md

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-# layer5-repo-template
-This repository is used as the boilerplate for consistency across all Layer5 repos.
+<p style="text-align:center;" align="center">
+      <picture align="center">
+         <source media="(prefers-color-scheme: dark)" srcset="https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/.github/assets/images/layer5/layer5-light-no-trim.svg" />
+         <source media="(prefers-color-scheme: light)" srcset="https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/.github/assets/images/layer5/layer5-no-trim.svg" />
+         <img align="center" src="https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/.github/assets/images/layer5/layer5-no-trim.svg" alt="Layer5 logo" width="45%"/>
+      </picture>
+</p>
+
+<p align="center">
+<a href="https://github.com/layer5io/layer5" alt="GitHub contributors">
+<img src="https://img.shields.io/github/contributors/layer5io/layer5.svg" /></a>
+<a href="https://github.com/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+archived%3Afalse+(org%3Alayer5io+OR+org%3Ameshery+OR+OR+org%3Ameshery-extensions+org%3Alayer5labs+OR+org%3Aservice-mesh-performance+OR+org%3Aservice-mesh-patterns+OR+org%3Ameshery-extensions)+label%3A%22help+wanted%22" alt="Help wanted GitHub issues">
+<img src="https://img.shields.io/github/issues/layer5io/layer5/help%20wanted.svg?color=%23DDDD00" /></a>
+<a href="https://slack.layer5.io" alt="Slack">
+<img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/[email protected]?logo=slack" /></a>
+<a href="https://twitter.com/layer5" alt="Twitter Follow">
+<img src="https://img.shields.io/twitter/follow/layer5.svg?label=Follow+Layer5&style=social" /></a>
+<a href="https://github.com/layer5io/layer5" alt="License">
+<img src="https://img.shields.io/github/license/layer5io/layer5.svg" /></a>
+</p>
+
+<h5><p align="center"><i>If you’re using Layer5 tools or if you like the project, please <a href="https://github.com/layer5io/layer5/stargazers">★</a> this repository to show your support! 🤩</i></p></h5>
+
+<br />
+
+## Recognition Program
+
+See https://badges.layer5.io for the full set and description of the Layer5 Recognition Program.
+
+Read more about [Showcasing Your Achievements as a User and a Contributor](https://layer5.io/blog/community/layer5-recognition-program) in our blog and how [Your Efforts Do Not Go Unnoticed or Unappreciated](https://layer5.io/community/handbook/recognition) in the community handbook.
+
+*Examples*
+
+[![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/assets/badges/meshmap/meshmap.svg)](https://cloud.layer5.io/user/090e7114-509a-4046-81f1-9c5fb8daf724?tab=badges) [![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/assets/badges/meshery-operator/meshery-operator.svg)](https://cloud.layer5.io/user/090e7114-509a-4046-81f1-9c5fb8daf724?tab=badges) [![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/assets/badges/docker-extension/docker-extension.svg)](https://cloud.layer5.io/user/090e7114-509a-4046-81f1-9c5fb8daf724?tab=badges)
+<!---
+
+![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/assets/badges/first-share/first-share.svg)
+![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/assets/badges/first-log-streaming-session/first-log-streaming-session.svg)
+ [![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/assets/badges/bring-a-buddy/bring-a-buddy.svg)](https://cloud.layer5.io/user/090e7114-509a-4046-81f1-9c5fb8daf724?tab=badges) 
+[![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/layer5io/recognitionmaster/assets/badges/first-application/first-application.svg)](https://cloud.layer5.io/user/090e7114-509a-4046-81f1-9c5fb8daf724?tab=badges) 
+-->
+
+
+## About Layer5
+
+Layer5's cloud native application and infrastructure management software enables organizations to expect more from their infrastructure. We embrace _developer_-defined infrastructure. We empower developers to change how they write applications, support _operators_ in rethinking how they run modern infrastructure, and enable _product owners_ to regain full-control over their product portfolio.
+
+
+## Join the Community
+We invite newcomers and experienced contributors alike to join the Meshery and Layer5 communities:
+- Participate in meetings listed on the [Community Calendar](https://meet.layer5.io).
+- Watch recorded meetings and presentations in the [Community Playlist](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3A-A6hPO2IMPPqVjuzgqNU5xwnFFn3n0).
+- Get started by submitting the [Newcomer Form](https://layer5.io/newcomer) .to gain access to community resources and tools.
+- If you have questions, join the [Community Slack](https://slack.layer5.io) or ask in the [Discussion Forum](https://discuss.layer5.io/).
+
 
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