Design Systems Podcast
85. Driving speed and consistency: The power of design systems in startups with Jamie Totten at Klue
Sep 27, 2023
Jamie Totten, UX Engineer at Klue, discusses the challenges and benefits of implementing a design system in a fast-paced startup. They emphasize the importance of voluntary commitment, maintaining positivity, and making the most with limited resources. They also explore the significance of attention to detail, adherence to standards, and building strong relationships between design, engineering, and product teams.
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Quick takeaways
- A design system in a startup can drive speed, consistency, and increased velocity by componentizing and making micro design decisions to help teams move faster.
- Maintaining a positive mindset, embracing flexibility, and focusing on incremental improvements are key factors for the success of a design system in a startup.
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The Role of Design Systems in a Tech Startup
Jamie Totten, a UX engineer at Clue, discusses the importance of design systems in a tech startup like Clue. The design system at Clue is focused on a guild format, where people are volunteers and there is no fixed leader. Jamie serves as the guild coordinator. Currently, the design system powers the front end of Clue's web app, with the goal of eventually powering everything.
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