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770: Design Systems With Brad Frost (Rereleased)

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May 17, 2024
Join Brad Frost, author of Atomic Design and design system consultant, as he shares his insights on the implementation of design systems. He discusses the balance of design and code, benefits of design tokens, and the importance of clear naming conventions. Brad also addresses common pushbacks faced during integration and the simplification of complex systems. Plus, get a glimpse into his charity concert Frostapalooza that unites music and community, all while embracing the potential of web technologies.
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ANECDOTE

Recognized by Website

  • Brad Frost was once recognized in public for his distinctive website.
  • Someone identified him as "the guy with the orange website."
INSIGHT

Design System Definition

  • Design systems are the official story of how an organization designs and builds UIs.
  • They ensure consistency across various platforms and products.
ADVICE

Design System Components

  • Design systems comprise a design library, a code library, and documentation.
  • Use web components for the code library to enable wider adoption across tech stacks.
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