One recognizable identity for the project's websites - Juan José González
2026-09-11 15:00 - 15:30 UTC | Auditorium
What started as a practical need to ensure visual consistency between LibreOffice extensions and crash reporting tools quickly uncovered a larger architectural challenge: the lack of a unified web identity. Navigating the world of web development reveals that a true design system goes far beyond cosmetic presentation; it acts as a foundational framework for accessibility, inclusivity, and user experience.

This talk explores the ongoing journey of developing a comprehensive web design system tailored for the LibreOffice ecosystem. We will discuss the evolution of our design guidelines, moving from simple aesthetic alignment to a robust framework that prioritizes accessibility for all users. Key focus areas include building comprehensive multi-language support to respect our global community and ensuring rapid load times for lightweight, high-performance web experiences.

Furthermore, we will introduce a highly opinionated web component library specifically engineered to empower contributors. By abstracting technical complexities, this tool allows non-developers and community members to easily build accessible, official-looking websites. Attendees will leave with practical insights into bridging desktop and web ecosystems, the principles of building lightweight design systems, and a clear vision of how these tools can accelerate community growth and web independence.
