Inspect & Reflect: Github Primer Design System

Join Alexander Fandén (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfanden/), Ismaïl Hamila (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ismailhamila/), Jon Reidy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonreidy/), and Farid Sabitov (https://www.linkedin.com/in/faridsabitov), as they delve into the intricacies of design systems. From component customization and adoption challenges to practical tips for maintaining visual consistency and accessibility, this session covers it all. Discover actionable insights, ways to prioritize requests, and how to improve patterns and documentation. Whether you’re working on a new design system or refining an existing one, this discussion offers valuable guidance on navigating common issues and fostering collaboration within your team.

00:00 Introduction and Speaker Welcome 04:15 Design System Adoption Challenges 06:45 Primer Design System Overview 08:59 Component Inventory and Analysis 09:21 Action Menu Deep Dive 09:54 Component Variations and Discussion 12:03 Adoption Strategies and Challenges 16:35 Accessibility and Brand Refresh 20:42 Naming Conventions and Collaboration 22:31 Approachability and Communication 22:59 Understanding Design Patterns 24:30 Decision Trees in UX 25:08 Interactive Prototypes 25:33 Design Tokens and Usage 26:23 Examples from VICE and Decathlon 26:35 eBay’s Design System 28:06 Handling High-Priority Requests 28:49 Prioritization Frameworks 30:35 Modularizing Design Systems 32:38 Customization Guidelines 38:24 Component Grouping Strategies 42:02 Balancing Flexibility and Consistency 43:46 Customer-Centric Design 44:37 Conclusion and Thank You