Notes On Work - by Caleb Porzio People just want to change the damn color of a button
Dec 7, 2024
The speakers dive into the frustrations encountered while theming web applications, particularly with the Flux framework. They emphasize the need for simplification in design processes. The conversation reveals a common user desire for easy customization, focusing on something as simple as changing a button color. This lighthearted exploration sheds light on user preferences and the importance of straightforward solutions in web design.
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Theming Struggle
- Caleb Porzio spent over 100 hours on theming, leading to frustration with design systems and colors.
- He explored various approaches, creating multiple branches and ultimately trashing most of the work.
User Needs
- Users primarily want customizable button colors, often preferring blue over default black.
- This simple desire drives the need for theming and highlights the importance of user preferences over complex systems.
Radix Exploration
- Caleb explored Radix's color system, adapting it to Flux, but faced challenges with component conversion and dark mode.
- He considered abstractions like surfaces, backgrounds, and elevation, but inconsistencies arose.