From Components to Prompts: Rethinking Design Systems in the Open
What happens to design systems when automation becomes part of the workflow? As someone who's spent years contributing to open source systems, I've watched how new tools are changing how we think about design systems, components, patterns, and documentation. I have seen how AI has sped up the need for open source to be based on design systems.
In this talk I’ll explore why open design systems provide the strongest foundation for these new workflows, and how transparent, community-driven approaches give us the flexibility to adapt and evolve. You'll walk away with practical insights about building on open foundations, what implementation challenges to expect, and how to start experimenting within your own design system work.
Tammie Lister
Tammie Lister is a full-stack product leader and advocate for open source. She is also known for her contributions to WordPress, including her role as the design lead for the core editor’s initial phase.
She focuses on developing user-centred products that empower and combine strategic insight with technical expertise. As a proponent of open source and building products in the open, Tammie prioritizes collaboration to help teams thrive.