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design-tokens

Manage design token architecture with a three-tier model and CSS custom properties.

28|3|Updated Feb 22, 2026
Search Tags:#theming#design system#design tokens#frontend development#dark mode#css variables
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npx skills add https://github.com/oborchers/fractional-cto --skill design-tokens-oborchers
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Skill: design-tokens
Source: https://github.com/oborchers/fractional-cto/tree/main/saas-design-principles/skills/design-tokens
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/oborchers/fractional-cto --skill design-tokens-oborchers

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the complexity of managing design systems, especially theming and dark mode implementation, by providing a structured approach to design tokens.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Theming Architecture: Implements a robust three-tier token model (primitive, semantic, component) for consistent theming.
  • Dark Mode: Facilitates seamless dark mode implementation using CSS custom properties and theme switching.
  • Use Case: When building a new SaaS application, use this Skill to establish a design token system that allows for easy theme switching (light/dark) and ensures brand consistency across all UI elements.

Quick Start

Use the design-tokens skill to generate a CSS custom property system for theming.

Frequently Asked Questions about design-tokens

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure CSS custom properties for a dark mode design system?▼

To structure CSS custom properties for dark mode, implement a three-tier token model with primitive, semantic, and component layers to separate raw values from contextual UI styling.

What is the three-tier design token model for frontend theming?▼

The three-tier design token model divides theming architecture into primitive tokens for raw values, semantic tokens for contextual meaning, and component tokens for specific UI styling.

How do I implement theme switching using CSS variables in a SaaS application?▼

Implement theme switching by mapping semantic design tokens to CSS custom properties, enabling the SaaS application to toggle light and dark mode by overriding variables at the root level.

Can I use purpose-based naming conventions for design tokens in frontend development?▼

Yes, purpose-based naming conventions enforce consistent design token architecture by ensuring semantic and component tokens clearly describe their contextual role rather than visual properties.

Does a hybrid dark mode implementation work with CSS custom properties?▼

A hybrid dark mode implementation works with CSS custom properties by combining the three-tier token model with theme switching variables to handle both system preferences and manual toggles.

When do I need design tokens for my design system architecture?▼

You need design tokens when establishing a new SaaS application to ensure brand consistency across all UI elements and enable easy light and dark theme switching.

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