Who we follow

We want to share and follow existing best practices. There are multiple design systems and resources on best practices when building a website. Below are a list of ones we follow to obtain the most up-to-date guidance for making user-centered content.

US Design System

US Design System provides a special toolbox for people who build government websites. They have ready-made components and instructions to make building faster and easier.

Gov.UK Design Principles

The UK government’s design principles guide their websites and services. These principles include always thinking about what people need, making it simple to use, and learning from mistakes.

Usability.gov

Digital.gov reminds us about how easy it can be for people to use something, like a website or an app, to get done what they need to do.

Code for America

Code for America is a great example of what a government website should feel and look like by using technology and focusing on people’s needs. They partner with services to build digital tools.

Public Digital

Code for America is a great example of what a government website should feel and look like by using technology and focusing on people’s needs. They partner with services to build digital tools.