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Design System Office Hours

Davy Fung + PJ Onori
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Davy and PJ, design system practitioners talk about design-led product ownership, scaling and adoption, community and engagement, design system team models, and much more.

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Latest Episodes

Davy talks special co-host, Guy Segal, about his first month at his new design systems job at Atlassian, and the fun of being a newbie after the first 30 days, when the going really starts getting tough.

Davy and PJ talk about the role of our designers on the ground, we call them our ambassadors. These good eggs not only inform our day-to-day product improvements, but help keep up informed across the org.

Davy with friend of the program, Chela Giraldo talk about their recent experiences looking for a new design systems, and the struggles with developing the "design system portfolio" that can tell our unique stories.

Chela has a recent post about it, ... more

Davy and PJ discuss the challenges and strategies for design system training, especially when it comes to Figma. We explore the line between providing direct tool training and focusing on how the design system integrates with those tools.

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Recent Guests

Guy Segal
Design system practitioner and recent hire at Atlassian
Atlassian
Episode: Ep 86: I'm New to the TEAM w/ Guy Segal
Chela Giraldo
Design System professional and new hire at realtor.com
Realtor.com
Episode: Ep 84: Design Systems Interviewing w/ Chela
Matt Petitt
Engineering Manager at Dayforce
Dayforce
Episode: Ep 65: DS POV from Engineering w/ Matt Petitt
Donnie D'Amato
Founder and Chief Architect of Design Systems House, involved in various community initiatives.
Design Systems House
Episode: Ep 53: Design Technologists, Again

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Davy
Co-host of Design System Office Hours, shares insights into design-led ownership and collaboration within product teams.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Honest, relatable and thoughtful!

    Nothing like tuning into an informal yet passionate ongoing conversation about design systems; especially when its between two kind hearted design leaders with real stories and insights to share.

    11/10 would listen again, actually had it on as I bike around with my dog!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Robyn V. Smith
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the authenticity and passion of the hosts, noting the informal yet insightful discussions about design systems. Many find the integration of personal stories enhances the relatability and value of the content. The focus on practical advice and accessibility in design resonates well with the audience.

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Apple Podcasts
#171
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#69
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#227
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#41
Germany/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#103
France/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#37
Sweden/Arts/Design

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Ep 73: Component Migrations
Q: At what point should someone want to migrate something?
You typically migrate when there's a gap in the design system that you can fill with a new component, or when you have to update existing components to new versions.
Ep 65: DS POV from Engineering w/ Matt Petitt
Q: In an ideal situation, what's the perfect cross-functional dynamic for teams?
There should be a collaborative environment where designers and developers work together from the start rather than sequentially, which increases efficiency and empathy between roles.
Ep 65: DS POV from Engineering w/ Matt Petitt
Q: What are your thoughts on time savings using the design system?
The time savings can vary based on the project, and the design system must be effectively promoted to gain buy-in from teams.
Ep 65: DS POV from Engineering w/ Matt Petitt
Q: What would you say are the most important things to focus in on then, if you had to start somewhere?
Focus on finding a product partner and delivering what they need to ship, avoiding the pitfalls of trying to create a comprehensive design system from scratch.
Ep 61: Where Design Systems Sit, w/ Nico from Zeplin
Q: What kind of advice would you give to any junior designers that sort of want to break into the field?
Get into a product design role where there’s an appetite to work in this sort of manner, focusing on design quality and efficiency.

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Focused on the intricacies of design systems and their application in product design, this podcast features engaging discussions led by experienced practitioners. Key topics explored include design system scaling, adoption challenges, effective team models, and fostering design-led product ownership. The hosts share personal anecdotes, insights from their professional experiences, and strategies for successful collaboration, making it a valuable resource for design professionals looking to enhance their understanding of design systems and improve their practices. Additionally, the show's approachable format encourages community engagement and provides listeners with actionable takeaways to implement in their own work environments.

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