Automattic Design System
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GitHub Primer
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Automattic Design System | GitHub Primer |
|---|---|---|
| Accessibility | The design principles set a baseline of WCAG 2.1 AA across the board. | Primer includes accessibility foundations, policies, principles and frameworks for accessible experiences. |
| Icons | The Icons package provides reusable system icons designed for use in UI components and product interfaces. | Octicons is a scalable set of icons handcrafted by GitHub. |
Automattic Design System plans
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GitHub Primer plans
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Pick Automattic Design System if…
It suits designers and engineers building WordPress interfaces or products that need shared components, tokens, and data-view patterns. AI tool developers may also find its published component and token guidance useful.
Pick GitHub Primer if…
Primer suits designers and developers building product interfaces or marketing experiences, particularly those seeking guidance on React, accessibility, and design tokens. Figma access and contribution restrictions may matter to teams outside GitHub.