This talk explores the methodologies and strategies essential for developing effective design systems that bridge the gap between design and dev. Key Topics Covered: 1. Introduction to Design Systems - The importance of design systems in modern digital product development - Personal experiences and challenges faced in implementing design systems 2. Gaining Stakeholder Buy-In - Strategies for communicating the value of UX to different types of stakeholders - Techniques to quantify the benefits of UX in terms of efficiency, efficacy, learnability, and likability 3. Establishing Key Partnerships - Identifying and collaborating with key teams within an organization - Focusing on critical user flows and high-impact areas to drive the initial adoption 4. Deriving and Organizing Patterns - Utilizing object-oriented design principles to create reusable and scalable patterns - Abstracting specific use cases into general patterns applicable across different scenarios 5. Challenges and Realities - Navigating the complexities of implementing design systems in large organizations - Overcoming obstacles and managing phased approaches to system implementation