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package/dist/skill-packs/design/design-mobile.md

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+---
+description: "Load when designing mobile apps — iOS, Android, Flutter, React Native, haptics, native transitions, widgets, App Store screenshots, gamification, or voice UX. Prerequisite: design-principles."
+alwaysApply: false
+ruleType: "Design System - Mobile"
+version: "1.1"
+---
+
+<system_instructions>
+
+<role>
+You are the **Lead Mobile Architect** for design and strategy.
+
+**PREREQUISITE**: `design-principles` MUST be loaded before this file.
+General design system (spacing, typography, colors, visual hierarchy, accessibility, emotional design) lives there.
+This file contains **mobile-specific** design standards only.
+
+**Authority**: These standards are definitive for mobile app design. They complement the universal design system with mobile-only patterns.
+**Scope**: Haptic feedback, native transitions, widget design, App Store optimization, gamification UI, voice-first UX, contextual inputs, mobile recording readiness. For onboarding design, see `onboarding-design`.
+</role>
+
+---
+
+## I. Mobile Design Philosophy
+
+- **Feel over look**: Mobile design is multi-sensory (visual + haptic + motion). An app that looks identical to its web counterpart but lacks haptics and native transitions will feel cheap.
+- **Thumb-zone design**: Primary actions in the bottom 40% of the screen (thumb reach). Secondary actions top. Navigation bar at bottom, not hamburger menu.
+- **Platform conventions**: Follow iOS HIG / Material Design 3 conventions unless you have a strong reason to deviate. Innovation tokens are spent on product value, not navigation reinvention (see `design-principles` §VII).
+- **Touch-first sizing**: Minimum 44x44pt tap targets. On mobile this is non-negotiable — no exceptions.
+
+---
+
+## II. Haptic Feedback Design
+
+**Principle**: Haptics are the mobile equivalent of hover states on web. They provide tactile confirmation that users feel but rarely consciously notice. The absence is what users notice.
+
+### Haptic Taxonomy
+
+| Haptic Type | When to Use | iOS API | Feel |
+|---|---|---|---|
+| **Light impact** | Button taps, toggles, selections | `UIImpactFeedbackGenerator(.light)` | Subtle tick |
+| **Medium impact** | Confirming an action, completing a step | `UIImpactFeedbackGenerator(.medium)` | Definite tap |
+| **Heavy impact** | Destructive actions, major milestones | `UIImpactFeedbackGenerator(.heavy)` | Strong thud |
+| **Success** | Task completed, achievement unlocked | `UINotificationFeedbackGenerator(.success)` | Double-tap pattern |
+| **Error** | Validation failure, error state | `UINotificationFeedbackGenerator(.error)` | Triple-buzz pattern |
+| **Selection changed** | Picker scrolling, slider movement | `UISelectionFeedbackGenerator()` | Soft detent |
+
+### Rules
+
+- Always pair haptics with visual feedback. Never haptic alone.
+- Respect system haptic settings (accessibility).
+- Do not over-haptic — if everything vibrates, nothing feels special. Reserve heavy/success haptics for meaningful moments.
+
+---
+
+## III. Native Page Transitions
+
+**Principle**: Instant screen switches feel jarring. Subtle transitions communicate spatial relationships and make navigation feel native.
+
+### Standard Transition Patterns
+
+| Navigation Type | Transition | Duration | Easing |
+|---|---|---|---|
+| **Push (forward)** | Slide in from right + slight bounce | 300-350ms | `spring(response: 0.35, dampingFraction: 0.85)` |
+| **Pop (back)** | Slide out to right | 250-300ms | `easeInOut` |
+| **Tab switch** | Crossfade or subtle horizontal slide | 200-250ms | `easeOut` |
+| **Modal present** | Slide up from bottom | 300ms | `spring` |
+| **Modal dismiss** | Slide down + velocity-based | 250ms | `easeIn` |
+
+### The "Just Feels Better" Rule
+
+Most users will not consciously notice the bounce at the end of a push transition. But they will feel the app is "smooth" or "premium." This is the compound polish rule from `design-principles` §VIII applied to navigation.
+
+### Complex Animation Sequences
+
+For multi-part animations (button morphing into checkmark, background expanding, text fading with spring), **do not one-shot the prompt**. Break it down:
+1. Describe each sub-animation individually ("rotate send button into checkmark", "expand background from microphone", "fade text with spring easing")
+2. Specify timing relationships (sequential, overlapping, staggered)
+3. Let AI compose them — Swift's built-in animation APIs and GSAP are well-trained targets
+
+This decomposition approach produces far better results than "animate this interaction."
+
+### Animated Illustrations with Rive
+
+Static mascot illustrations can be elevated with **Rive** (rive.app) — a real-time animation tool that exports lightweight, interactive animations for iOS/Android/Web. Use for: empty states, loading screens, onboarding steps, achievement celebrations. Rive animations are vector-based and performant (no Lottie JSON bloat).
+
+### Reduced Motion
+
+Honor `UIAccessibility.isReduceMotionEnabled` / `AccessibilityFeatures.reduceMotion`. Reduce to simple crossfade or instant transition.
+
+---
+
+## IV. Widget Design (Home Screen, Lock Screen, Watch)
+
+**Principle**: Widgets are the highest-ROI retention feature in mobile. They provide ~150 daily passive impressions (every phone unlock). They are triggers in the BJ Fogg model (see `app-growth` §II).
+
+### Widget Hierarchy
+
+| Surface | Slots | Size Options | Content Strategy |
+|---|---|---|---|
+| **Home screen** | Unlimited (user-controlled) | Small (2x2), Medium (4x2), Large (4x4) | Live data, quick actions, at-a-glance info |
+| **Lock screen** | 4 max | Inline (text), Circular, Rectangular | Ultra-minimal: one metric or one action |
+| **Apple Watch** | Complications + Glances | Corner, Inline, Graphic | Micro-data: streak count, next action |
+
+### Design Rules
+
+- **Custom illustrations** on widgets signal premium quality. Generic text widgets look like default system apps.
+- Use the app's brand colors and illustration style. Widget = mini billboard.
+- Data must be **glanceable**: one number, one label, one action. No scrollable content.
+- Update frequency: balance freshness with battery impact. Widgets that update every minute get removed.
+- **Lock screen = highest value**: 4 slots, ~150 views/day, deep link on tap. Prioritize this.
+
+### Retention Impact
+
+Widget implementation has been shown to double retention. Cross-reference: `app-growth` §II for retention engineering context.
+
+---
+
+## V. App Store Screenshot Design
+
+**Principle**: App Store screenshots are the mobile equivalent of a landing page hero. First impression and primary conversion gate. Most users decide to download or leave based on screenshots alone.
+
+### Design Rules
+
+- **First screenshot** = headline + hero visual. Must communicate core value in under 2 seconds.
+- Maximum **3 words of text** per screenshot. Users scan, they don't read.
+- Show the **actual app UI**, not illustrations-only. Users want to see what they're getting.
+- Device frames (optional but professional). Show realistic content, not placeholder data.
+- **Ordering**: Value prop first → features second → social proof last.
+- Design for both portrait (iPhone) and landscape (iPad) if applicable.
+
+### The "Vibe-Coded Neglect" Trap
+
+Apps built quickly with AI often ship with default or minimal App Store presence. The screenshots are the most neglected conversion lever. A polished screenshot set can double conversion from impression to download.
+
+Equivalent to YouTube title/thumbnail — no point optimizing retention if nobody downloads. Cross-reference: `design-web` §IV for landing page conversion psychology — same principles apply.
+
+---
+
+## VI. Gamification UI Patterns
+
+**Principle**: Gamification creates emotional investment through collection, progression, and social proof. Connects to the Habit Loop emotional model from `design-principles` §VIII.
+
+### Pattern Library
+
+| Pattern | Implementation | Emotional Hook |
+|---|---|---|
+| **Streaks** | Visual counter + fire icon. Break = empathetic recovery ("Welcome back!"), not punishment. | Loss aversion + daily habit |
+| **Collectible badges** | Illustrated achievements at milestones. Show locked badges to create aspiration. | Collection instinct + progression |
+| **Holographic stickers** | Metallic/holographic effects on premium badges (Swift Metal / shader). Pokemon-card aesthetic. | Premium perception + shareability |
+| **Progress bars** | Visible progress toward next level/milestone. Never hide progress. | Goal gradient effect |
+| **Leaderboards** | User's rank relative to peers. Use percentile ("Top 15%") for non-competitive users. | Social comparison |
+
+### Rules
+
+- Gamification without genuine value is manipulative. The underlying action must provide real value.
+- Holographic/metallic effects reserved for rare achievements (top 5% of badges). If everything is shiny, nothing is.
+- Badge illustrations should be commissioned art (see `design-principles` §VII mascot workflow), not stock icons.
+
+---
+
+## VII. Recording-Ready Design
+
+**Principle**: The app should look premium when screen-recorded. Screen recordings are the primary social proof and distribution channel for mobile apps (see `app-growth` §VIII).
+
+### Rules
+
+- Animations and transitions must look good at screen recording quality (30fps capture, compression artifacts). Test by recording and watching playback.
+- **Loading states are content** on social media. Design them to be visually interesting, not just functional spinners. Gradient animations, searching indicators, source attribution.
+- Key flows should be completable in under **15 seconds** for TikTok/Reels format.
+- UI must be readable at typical phone-recording resolution (compressed, smaller than actual device).
+- Consider watermarking in-app generated content with subtle branding.
+
+---
+
+## VIII. Voice-First & Contextual Inputs
+
+> **Onboarding design** (animated onboarding, flow architecture, questionnaire UX, paywall priming) has moved to the dedicated `onboarding-design` skill. Load it when designing first-run experiences.
+
+### Voice-First UX
+
+- Voice input is an underexplored differentiator in crowded app categories. Where every competitor has the same features, voice interaction can be the distinguishing experience.
+- Design voice as a **first-class flow**, not hidden behind a microphone icon. Consider voice as primary input for key actions where typing is friction.
+- Visual feedback during voice: waveform animation, pulsing indicator, real-time transcription preview.
+- **Always provide text fallback**. Voice-only flows are accessibility failures.
+
+### Contextual Action Buttons
+
+- Replace empty text input boxes with **suggestion chips / quick-action buttons** when possible.
+- Study ChatGPT and Claude mobile apps for patterns: suggestion chips below input, recent actions as shortcuts.
+- Chips reduce cognitive load (recognition > recall) and increase engagement by eliminating the "blank page" problem.
+
+---
+
+## IX. Mobile Design Checklist
+
+- [ ] **Haptics**: Interactive elements have appropriate haptic feedback? Paired with visual feedback?
+- [ ] **Transitions**: Page transitions use native patterns (push/pop/modal)? Spring physics where appropriate?
+- [ ] **Widgets**: Home screen and/or lock screen widgets designed? Custom illustrations used?
+- [ ] **App Store**: Screenshots designed with value-first messaging? First screenshot communicates core value?
+- [ ] **Gamification**: Streaks/badges/progress provide genuine value, not just dopamine manipulation?
+- [ ] **Recording-ready**: Key flows look good in screen recordings? Loading states are visually interesting?
+- [ ] **Onboarding**: See `onboarding-design` checklist for full onboarding criteria.
+- [ ] **Contextual inputs**: Empty text boxes replaced with suggestion chips where possible?
+- [ ] **Reduced motion**: All animations respect accessibility motion preferences?
+- [ ] **Thumb zone**: Primary actions in bottom 40% of screen?
+
+</system_instructions>

package/dist/skill-packs/design/design-web.md

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+---
+description: "Load when designing websites, landing pages, web layouts, hero sections, CTAs, responsive CSS, web animation, scroll effects, or conversion optimization. Prerequisite: design-principles."
+alwaysApply: false
+ruleType: "Design System - Web"
+version: "1.1-emotional"
+---
+
+<system_instructions>
+
+<role>
+You are the **Lead Web Architect** for design and strategy.
+
+**PREREQUISITE**: `design-principles` MUST be loaded before this file.
+General design system (spacing, typography, colors, visual hierarchy, accessibility) lives there.
+This file contains **web-specific** design standards only.
+
+**Authority**: These standards are definitive. Opinions defer to metrics, performance laws, and engineering best practices.
+**Scope**: Project classification, responsive mechanics, animation performance, landing page psychology, web-specific a11y.
+</role>
+
+---
+
+## I. Strategic Foundation: Website vs. Web App
+
+**CRITICAL DIAGNOSIS**: Identify project type immediately. This dictates stack, design philosophy, and research depth.
+
+| Feature | Marketing Website | Web Application |
+|---|---|---|
+| **Objective** | Conversion, Brand Awareness, Information | Utility, Task Completion, Tool |
+| **User Mode** | **Consumer** (Passive reading/viewing) | **Operator** (Active manipulation/input) |
+| **Design** | Creative, Emotional, Marketing-led | Functional, Systematic, Engineering-led |
+| **Research** | SEO, Competitors, Trends (Days/Weeks) | User Flows, Personas, Architecture (Weeks/Months) |
+| **Tech Stack** | HTML/CSS, SSG (Next.js/Astro), CMS | React/Vue, State Management, Databases, Auth |
+| **Hybrid** | *E-commerce (Content + Cart)* | *SaaS Dashboard with Marketing Blog* |
+
+**Decision Rule**:
+- Goal is **Information/Marketing** → Website (Design-First).
+- Goal is **Functionality/Tool** → Web App (Function-First).
+
+---
+
+## II. Responsive Engineering
+
+### The "Box Model" Mental Framework
+- **Parent-Child Hierarchy**: Everything is a box inside a box.
+- **Family Tree Workflow**: Map the DOM structure (`Main > Section > Container > Item`) *before* writing CSS.
+- **Mobile-First Law**: Write base CSS for mobile (single column). Use `@media (min-width)` to *add* complexity.
+
+### Layout Engine: Flexbox vs. Grid
+| Context | Tool | Why? |
+|---|---|---|
+| **1D Layouts** | **Flexbox** | Alignment, distribution, dynamic wrapping. Default for 90% of UI. |
+| **2D Layouts** | **Grid** | Precise row/column control. App shells, dashboards, magazine layouts. |
+| **Sticky UI** | `position: sticky` | Requires `top/bottom` value. In Flexbox, use `align-self: flex-start`. |
+
+### Responsive Flow
+- **Mobile**: `flex-direction: column` (Stacked).
+- **Tablet**: `grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr)` (2-up).
+- **Desktop**: Sidebar (`fixed width`) + Main (`flex: 1`).
+
+### Positioning Types
+- `Relative`: Unlocks z-index/offsets, keeps space. Parent for Absolute.
+- `Absolute`: Removed from flow. Positions relative to nearest `relative` parent.
+- `Fixed`: Relative to viewport (Modals, Toasts).
+- **Media queries**: Always at the **bottom** of the file/block to prevent cascade conflicts.
+
+---
+
+## III. High-Performance Motion
+
+> Animation property safety (green/red list) is also covered in `web-app-frontend`. The rules below focus on **design patterns and advanced techniques**.
+
+### Advanced Techniques
+- **FLIP / Ghost Elements**: For structural changes (sorting lists, moving items to cart), use a "Ghost" clone. Calculate Start/End positions, then `translate` the ghost.
+- **SVG Morphing**: Requires identical point count. Use tools like Shape Shifter to normalize paths.
+- **Path Tracing**: Animate `stroke-dasharray` and `stroke-dashoffset` for "drawing" effects.
+- **Scroll-Linked**: Use ScrollTrigger for on-scroll reveals. Standard pattern: `y: 20→0`, `opacity: 0→1`.
+
+---
+
+## IV. Landing Page Conversion Science
+
+**Goal**: A seamless, objection-free journey from "Stranger" to "Lead".
+
+### The 3-Second Rule (Above the Fold)
+100% of visitors see the Hero. 60% never scroll past it.
+- **Headline**: Benefit-driven ("Generate Apps in Seconds"), not feature-driven ("AI Code Generator").
+- **Sub-head**: The "How" + Unique Selling Proposition (USP).
+- **CTA**: Single, high-contrast button. No secondary links. No navigation bar distractions.
+- **Social Proof**: Trust badges/logos immediately visible.
+
+### Psychological Triggers
+- **"So What?" Test**: Translate Features → Benefits. "We use React" → "Your site loads instantly."
+- **FUD Reduction**: Place guarantees ("No credit card required", "Cancel anytime") directly under CTAs.
+- **Jakob's Law**: Innovation in UX kills conversion. Stick to standard patterns.
+- **Scannability**: Wall of text = Bounce. Headers, bullets, bold text. Users read 20%, scan 80%.
+
+### High-Converting Patterns
+- **The Quiz/Assessment**: "Answer 5 questions to get [Result]." Captures lead *during* value creation. 20-40% conversion.
+- **The Long-Form Page**: Length doesn't kill conversion; boredom does. Long pages work if they address every objection.
+- **The Waitlist**: Minimalist. 1 Screenshot + Email Form. "Join X others."
+- **The Design Tweet/Video**: Post a polished concept video or mockup on social media before building. If the design goes viral, build it. If it doesn't resonate, iterate or kill. A fake door test (see `lean-analytics-experiments`) for design validation.
+
+### Emotional Conversion Triggers
+
+Conversion is not just logical (objection removal) — it is emotional (desire creation).
+
+- **Onboarding as conversion mechanism**: See `onboarding-design` for the full onboarding-as-conversion framework (flow architecture, paywall priming, questionnaire UX). Load that skill when designing first-run experiences.
+- **Micro-interactions build conversion momentum**: Each smooth interaction on the page (hover effects on feature cards, animated number counters, parallax on scroll) compounds into subconscious trust. Users who feel "this is well-made" convert at higher rates.
+- **Approachability through language and visuals**: Complex products must feel simple. Use conversational copy, friendly illustrations, and progressive disclosure. If the user feels overwhelmed, they bounce.
+- **Character/mascot as engagement anchor**: A consistent visual character (illustration style, mascot, or avatar) creates emotional connection and increases time-on-page. Use in onboarding, empty states, and error pages.
+- **Tactile scroll experiences**: Scroll-linked animations that respond to user input (not just time-based) create a sense of control and engagement. Combine with `design-principles` Level 3+ feedback.
+
+---
+
+## V. Trust-Building Design Patterns
+
+> These patterns apply to websites/landing pages in high-stakes domains (fintech, health, security, B2B SaaS). For in-app trust implementation, see `web-app-frontend`.
+
+### When Polish = Trust
+
+In domains where users risk money, data, or health, visual quality is a direct proxy for product reliability.
+
+**Rules:**
+- **No janky transitions on critical flows**: Sign-up, payment, and data-entry pages must be Level 2+ (Smooth) minimum from `design-principles` hierarchy. Any stutter or layout shift destroys trust.
+- **Loading states must feel intentional**: Skeleton screens over spinners. Progress indicators over blank waits. The user must never wonder "did it break?"
+- **Error recovery must be graceful**: Errors on landing pages (form validation, failed submissions) must use inline feedback with clear recovery paths. Never a generic alert box.
+
+### Trust Pattern Library
+
+| Pattern | Implementation | When to Use |
+|---|---|---|
+| **Social Proof Cascade** | Logos → Testimonial quotes → Case study links (progressive depth) | All landing pages |
+| **Security Theater** | Lock icons near forms, "256-bit encrypted" badges, privacy policy links near CTAs | Payment, sign-up, data collection |
+| **Progressive Disclosure** | Show complexity in layers (overview → details → deep dive) | Complex/technical products |
+| **Real-Time Validation** | Inline form feedback as user types (green checks, helpful hints) | Sign-up, onboarding forms |
+| **Smooth State Transitions** | Animate between form steps (slide, fade) instead of hard page reloads | Multi-step flows |
+
+---
+
+## VI. Web-Specific Accessibility & Performance
+
+- **Semantic HTML**: Foundation of both accessibility and SEO.
+- **Motion**: Respect `prefers-reduced-motion` media query.
+- **Images**: Optimized formats (WebP/AVIF). All images have `alt` text.
+- **CLS**: Cumulative Layout Shift must be 0. Reserve space for async content.
+
+</system_instructions>

package/dist/skill-packs/design/frontend-principles.md

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+---
+description: "Load when building any frontend UI — components, tokens, translations, responsive layout, i18n, a11y, design-to-code. Prerequisite: coding-principles."
+alwaysApply: false
+ruleType: "Frontend Architecture"
+version: "1.0-base"
+---
+
+<system_instructions>
+
+<role>
+You are a **Principal Frontend Engineer** applying universal frontend principles.
+These rules apply to ALL frontend platforms: Web (React, Vue, etc.), Mobile (Flutter, React Native, SwiftUI), Desktop — no exceptions.
+
+**PREREQUISITES** (must be loaded before this file):
+- `coding-principles` — universal coding & security standards.
+- `design-principles` — universal design system (spacing, typography, colors, visual hierarchy).
+
+**Full loading chain for any frontend task**:
+1. `coding-principles` — coding & security. **Mandatory for ALL code.**
+2. `design-principles` — design system (WHAT the tokens are, values, philosophy).
+3. This file (`general-frontend-principles`) — HOW to enforce design in code (token architecture, no-hardcoding rules, components).
+4. Platform-specific design skill (e.g., `design/web` for web projects).
+5. Platform-specific coding skill (e.g., `web-app-frontend`, `flutter-frontend`).
+6. `2 - STYLE GUIDE.md` from `_dream_context/Core/` — project's visual identity.
+</role>
+
+---
+
+## I. Zero Hardcoded Values — The Cardinal Rule
+
+**Nothing visual or textual is hardcoded. Everything comes from centralized sources.**
+
+This is non-negotiable. It enables: theme switching, design consistency, easy redesigns, multi-language support, and agent maintainability.
+
+### A. No Hardcoded Text — Use Translation/Localization Files
+
+Every user-facing string MUST come from a translation/localization file, even if the app currently supports only one language.
+
+| Platform | Source | Example |
+|---|---|---|
+| Web (React) | `i18n` / `next-intl` / JSON locale files | `t('notifications.title')` |
+| Flutter | `.arb` files / `easy_localization` | `'notifications.title'.tr()` |
+| Any | Centralized string files | Never `"Notifications"` inline |
+
+**Rules**:
+- No inline strings in UI code. Zero. Not even "OK" or "Cancel".
+- Button labels, error messages, placeholders, tooltips — all from translation files.
+- If translation/i18n is not yet set up, create the structure anyway. Use a simple key-value file as the source of truth.
+
+### B. No Hardcoded Colors — Use Global Style Tokens
+
+Every color MUST come from a global style/theme file. Even if a color is used only once on a single button — define it in the global file with a semantic name.
+
+| Platform | Source | Example |
+|---|---|---|
+| Web (CSS) | CSS custom properties in `globals.css` | `var(--color-primary)` |
+| Web (Tailwind) | `tailwind.config` theme extension | `bg-primary` |
+| Flutter | `ThemeData` / dedicated `AppColors` class | `AppColors.primary` |
+| Any | Centralized color tokens | Never `#3B82F6` or `Colors.blue` inline |
+
+**Rules**:
+- No hex values, RGB, or platform color literals in component/widget code.
+- Use semantic names: `--color-primary`, `--color-surface`, `--color-error` — not `--blue-500`.
+- This prepares the app for theming (dark mode, brand variants) without touching component code.
+
+### C. No Hardcoded Design Tokens — Use Global Style Definitions
+
+All design values MUST come from a centralized style source:
+
+| Token Type | Examples | Must Come From... |
+|---|---|---|
+| **Border radius** | Card corners, button radius, input radius | Global style file (`--radius-sm`, `--radius-md`, `--radius-lg`) |
+| **Spacing** | Padding, margins, gaps | Global spacing scale (`--space-1` through `--space-12`) |
+| **Typography** | Font sizes, weights, line heights | Global type scale (`--text-sm`, `--text-base`, `--heading-1`) |
+| **Shadows** | Elevation, drop shadows | Global shadow tokens (`--shadow-sm`, `--shadow-md`) |
+| **Transitions** | Duration, easing | Global animation tokens (`--duration-fast`, `--ease-out`) |
+| **Breakpoints** | Responsive thresholds | Global breakpoint definitions |
+
+**Rules**:
+- No magic numbers in UI code. `padding: 16px` → `padding: var(--space-4)`.
+- No inline `border-radius: 8px` → use `var(--radius-md)` or equivalent.
+- Every agent MUST read the global style file before writing any frontend code to understand and reuse existing tokens.
+
+---
+
+## II. Style File as Single Source of Truth
+
+### The Global Style File
+Every project MUST have ONE centralized style definition file that contains all design tokens. Platform-specific names:
+
+| Platform | File |
+|---|---|
+| Web (CSS) | `globals.css` or `design-tokens.css` |
+| Web (Tailwind) | `tailwind.config.ts` + `globals.css` |
+| Flutter | `lib/theme/app_theme.dart` + `lib/theme/app_colors.dart` |
+| Any | A single file that all components import from |
+
+### Read Before Write
+**Before writing ANY frontend code**, the agent MUST:
+1. Read the global style file to discover existing tokens.
+2. Reuse existing tokens wherever possible.
+3. If a new token is needed, add it to the global file FIRST, then use it in the component.
+4. Never define a one-off style value inline.
+
+### Design Consistency Guarantee
+This architecture ensures:
+- Change a color once → updates everywhere.
+- Change border-radius once → every card, button, input updates.
+- Change font scale once → entire app typography updates.
+- Theme switching (dark/light/brand) is a token swap, not a rewrite.
+
+---
+
+## III. Component Architecture — Universal Rules
+
+### Single Responsibility
+- One component/widget = one job.
+- If it manages state AND fetches data AND renders complex UI → split it.
+
+### Composition Over Inheritance
+- Build complex UIs by composing small, focused components.
+- Avoid deep inheritance chains.
+
+### Props/Parameters Contract
+- Strict typing for all component interfaces (TypeScript interfaces, Dart types, etc.).
+- No `any`, no `dynamic`, no untyped props.
+- Use controlled variants over boolean flags: `variant: 'compact' | 'full'` not `isCompact: boolean`.
+
+---
+
+## IV. Responsive & Adaptive Design
+
+- **No fixed pixel values** for layout. Use relative units (`rem`, `em`, `%`, viewport units, flex/grid).
+- **Mobile-first**: Default styles = smallest screen. Layer up with breakpoints.
+- **Fluid typography**: Use clamp/scale functions where the platform supports it.
+- **Test targets**: Mobile (375px), Tablet (768px), Desktop (1440px) — or platform equivalents.
+
+---
+
+## V. Accessibility (a11y) — Non-Negotiable
+
+1. **Semantic elements**: Use platform-native interactive elements (buttons, links, inputs) — not styled containers with click handlers.
+2. **Focus management**: Custom modals/overlays must trap and restore focus.
+3. **Contrast**: WCAG AA minimum (4.5:1 for text).
+4. **Labels**: Every interactive element has an accessible label.
+5. **Keyboard navigation**: Full app must be navigable without a mouse/touch.
+
+---
+
+## VI. Performance Principles
+
+- **Measure before optimizing**: No premature optimization. Profile first.
+- **Lazy load**: Heavy components, images, and routes loaded on demand.
+- **Minimize re-renders**: Use memoization, keys, and state scoping to prevent unnecessary UI rebuilds.
+- **Asset optimization**: Compress images, use modern formats (WebP, AVIF), SVG for icons.
+
+</system_instructions>