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Lauren LoPrete - Inside design systems at Dropbox and Cash App

Jan 3, 2024
38:57
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Design systems leader Lauren LoPrete shares insights from her experience at Dropbox and Cash App, including the importance of documentation and excitement about string variables. The podcast also discusses traits of successful DS designers and the adoption process of Figma variables beta at Dropbox.
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Quick takeaways

  • Successful design systems designers are intrinsically motivated to tackle complex challenges and bring people together.
  • Brand teams can achieve more cohesive design experiences by integrating systems-oriented thinking.

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Successful design systems designers are motivated by large, horizontal problems

Successful design systems designers are not just skilled Figma users or creators of beautiful components. They are intrinsically motivated to tackle complex, overarching challenges. They possess the ability to see the bigger picture and are driven to bring people together and establish connections in their work.

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