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Design System

UX Design

What is a Design System

A Design System is a complete collection of documented standards, principles, guidelines, and reusable components that govern a product's design. It serves as a single source of truth for teams to create consistent user experiences across platforms and products.

Components of a Design System

Key elements include:

  • Design Principles: Core values and guidelines
  • UI Components: Reusable interface elements with code
  • Visual Language: Typography, colors, spacing, icons
  • Documentation: Usage guidelines and implementation rules

How to implement a Design System

Build and maintain a design system by documenting standards, creating component libraries, establishing governance processes, and ensuring regular updates. Focus on scalability, accessibility, and ease of implementation.

Benefits of Design Systems

A well-maintained design system ensures design consistency, speeds up product development, reduces technical debt, and improves collaboration between designers and developers. It helps teams scale design practices efficiently while maintaining quality.

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