How I make posters for scientific events

A scientific poster must attract attention and communicate the event in seconds, despite portraits, schedules, logos, and QR codes. For PRAPI and FNIP, I compose in Inkscape and automate repetitive elements with scripts. Start with the reading order I decide what people should read first: Name of the event. Date and place. Main speakers or programme. Registration link and QR code. Organizers and sponsors. Text size follows this order: the title works at a distance; details reward a closer look. ...