This chapter explores the importance of using variable values instead of hard-coded values for design elements, such as button borders. It discusses how using half pixels can enhance visual appeal and the concept of abstracting colors for better flexibility. The advantages of using global and component level variables in CSS are also discussed.
In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk about the process they are using for extending the Syntax website with themes, including a dark mode and secret custom themes. They also talk about issues encountered with theming and CSS, including flashes of un-themed content.
Show Notes
- 00:00 Syntax + Sentry Announcement!
- 01:35 Welcome
- 02:23 Syntax Brought to you by Sentry
- 03:16 How to implement a theme
- 10:27 Writing the CSS
- 11:38 Glasses wearers protip
- 13:02 Class on the body and server side rendering issue
- 14:02 CSS Variables
- 15:05 Color variables in CSS
- 21:07 Working in half pixel sizes
- 22:40 Variable usage
- 25:23 Naming variables after what they style
- 30:42 Component level variables
- 33:27 Using zones
- 38:41 Themes should be defined as light or dark
- 39:20 Issues: Moving from light to dark
- 42:29 Issues: Drop shadow in dark mode
- 44:00 Issues: Flash of unthemed content
- 44:40 Issues: Opacity values
- 49:45 Issues: SVG need change color
- 55:56 Help is on the way!
- 59:57 SIIIIICK ××× PIIIICKS ×××
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