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joshuaBriley

Design systems consulting

Three focused engagements at fixed scope and fixed price. You know exactly what you're getting before we start.

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Three focused engagements at fixed scope and price. You know exactly what you're getting before we start.

  • Design System Audit

    $1,500
    Turnaround
    5 business days
    Delivered as
    PDF report and 60-minute debrief call.

    Who it's for

    Teams with a component library that has grown inconsistent, hard to maintain, or without a clear architecture. If your designers and developers are making different decisions about the same UI patterns, this is where to start.

    What you get

    A structured written report covering every dimension of your current system, with a prioritized remediation roadmap you can act on right away.

    • Component consistency (visual and code-level)
    • Accessibility gaps against WCAG 2.1 AA criteria
    • Design token structure and naming conventions
    • Documentation quality and coverage
    • Prioritized remediation roadmap with specific, actionable recommendations

    Why teams pay for this

    Accessibility violations carry real legal risk. WCAG compliance is increasingly mandated and actively litigated. Inconsistent component libraries slow every sprint. The audit pays for itself if it prevents one accessibility incident or one week of rework.

    Josh is an outstanding front-end engineer with incredible focus and discipline when it comes to developing effective, functional, and accessible front ends. He is a strong partner willing to work across functions to design and implement the best user experience.

    Welling LaGrone, Vice President, Triverus Consulting
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  • Component Library Starter

    $3,500
    Turnaround
    2–3 weeks
    Delivered as
    React and your preferred styling solution (Tailwind, CSS Modules, Sass, or styled-components).

    Who it's for

    Startups or small teams starting from scratch, or teams whose existing library needs a clean foundation rather than more patches. If you're spending more time working around your component library than building with it, it's time for a reset.

    What you get

    20 core components built to your design tokens. Accessible out of the box (WCAG 2.1 AA), documented with usage guidelines, and ready to extend as your product grows.

    • Design token architecture (color, spacing, typography, border radius)
    • 20 components: buttons, inputs, modals, cards, navigation, alerts, badges, and more
    • Keyboard navigation and ARIA attributes built in throughout
    • Storybook documentation with usage examples and variant coverage
    • One round of revisions

    Why teams pay for this

    A well-architected component library compounds over time. Every new feature gets faster to ship. Every new developer gets faster to onboard. Starting with a solid foundation is significantly cheaper than rebuilding a broken one six months later.

    He's still the gold standard to me for building UIs with a focus on all of the diverse users who will interact with it. He's the type of leader who multiplies everyone else's effectiveness.

    Adam Czerepinsky, Senior Software Engineer, Evidation Health
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  • Design-to-Code Workflow

    $2,000
    Turnaround
    1 week
    Delivered as
    Written process audit, workflow guide, and 60-minute implementation session.

    Who it's for

    Teams where the Figma-to-code handoff is a constant source of friction — mismatched specs, missing tokens, designer/developer miscommunication. If your designers and developers are having the same conversations sprint after sprint, the process needs fixing, not the people.

    What you get

    An end-to-end audit of your current handoff process, plus a custom workflow guide your team can follow right away.

    • Audit of your current design-to-code process and where it breaks down
    • Figma file structure review: component organization, naming, and token usage
    • Code Connect setup and configuration where applicable
    • Custom workflow guide tailored to your team's tools and practices
    • Implementation session to walk your team through the new workflow

    Why teams pay for this

    Handoff friction is one of the most expensive invisible costs in product development. It rarely shows up in a retrospective, but it's in every sprint. Fixing the workflow once eliminates a recurring cost on your team's time.

    Working with Josh was an absolute privilege and pleasure. His strategic approach and focus on upstream requirement definition made our projects smoother and more efficient. His ability to foresee challenges and simplify implementation was invaluable.

    Rebecca Cachia, PMP, Web Product & Project Manager, Publicis Sapient
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Component libraries shipped at Travelers, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance, and America's Test Kitchen.

Frequently asked questions

Do you work with teams outside the US?

Yes. All three engagements are fully remote and async-friendly. Time zone differences haven't been a problem.

What if my needs don't fit one of these packages?

Get in touch and describe what you're working with. If it's something I can help with, I'll put together a custom proposal. If it isn't, I'll tell you that too.

Can I start with the audit and move to a component library build afterward?

Yes, and that's actually the most common path. The audit identifies exactly what needs to be built or rebuilt, which makes the component library engagement more focused and efficient.

How does payment work?

50% upfront, 50% on delivery. Payment is via invoice.

Are you available for ongoing work beyond these packages?

On a limited basis, yes. If you complete one of these engagements and want continued support, we can discuss a monthly retainer.

Not sure which engagement is right for you?

That's what the intro call is for. It's 30 minutes, no obligation, and you'll leave with a clear picture of what would actually help your team.

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