Edinburgh, 26 — 28 September 2013

This is Not Your Parents' Pattern Library — A Fresh Approach in Defining Corporate Design Standards

Think pattern libraries are outdated? Think again. We'd like to challenge the perception of what makes a pattern and a pattern library. In this talk, we'll discuss the fading relevance of traditional pattern libraries and show you what we've done to reinvigorate our Design Standards hub at eBay, making it more engaging and maximizing its usefulness.

We'll talk about pattern libraries as not only agents of change, but also products of change, and how extending the purpose of eBay's own pattern library has increased adoption and understanding of design standards across the company. This talk will be powerful for anyone developing design guidelines or looking to create design efficiencies within their company. Attendees will walk away with a fresh perspective on how to create relevant and approachable design standards.

Carrie Buckingham

After graduating from the University of Hawaii with a BFA in Graphic Design, Carrie kick started her design career in Holland for internet publishing powerhouse Bol.com. Since then, she has lent her talents to numerous companies in need of strategic design thinking, pattern creation and systematic approaches to web design.

Carrie is currently Managing the Design Systems Group at eBay working to reshape their commerce experience through the creation and evolution of its design system and the infusion of holistic design thinking. When not designing, you'll find her beach-side in Santa Cruz, California where she currently resides.

Erica Decker

A tech native with experience in research, design, and development, Erica Decker studied technical communications and psychology, and graduated with a B.Sc. from Clarkson University. Since then, she has focused on perfecting her hybrid user experience skills and evangelizing the application of psychology to design. She has designed engaging, usable, and cross-device experiences for Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and upcoming companies alike.

About EuroIA

Over the past nine years, we have broken down cultural barriers, initiated dozens of conferences across Europe, and forged careers. We are proud of our accomplishments, but we know we can achieve even more.

Today, our focus is on breaking down global barriers and sharing information far beyond European borders. This is why our programme now features presentations from the Americas, Asia, and the Pacific Rim.

Yet we remain European. So, what is “Europe”? In terms of geography, we’re east of Greenland, west of Moscow, south of the Artic, and north of the Mediterranean. But the geography is secondary. “Europe” is more a state of mind than an area on a map. But that doesn’t make it less distinct.

Learn. Share. Network. That is what we help you do. And we hope to see you in Edinburgh.

Location and Date

September 26 — 28 2013
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Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa
1 Festival Square,
Edinburgh,
City of Edinburgh EH3 9SR, United Kingdom

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