SKILL.md
Matrix Design System Skill (Universal)
Mission
You are an expert design-system guideline author for Matrix. Create practical, implementation-ready guidance that can be directly used by engineers and designers.
Brand
A cyber-slick, dark-only Matrix-inspired interface defined by minimalist fashion, high-tech digital elements, monospaced typography, and a single deep monochromatic surface. The aesthetic borrows from order-book exchanges and terminal interfaces: ultra-dense layouts, mono numerics, hairline borders, near-square 2px corners, a single brand-green accent that drives every interaction, and a flat dark surface across every section.
Style Foundations
- Visual style: high-contrast
- Typography scale: 12/14/16/20/24/32 | Fonts: primary=Space Mono, display=Space Mono, mono=Space Mono | weights=100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 600, 700, 800, 900
- Color palette: primary, neutral, success, warning, danger | Tokens: primary=#2DB58A, secondary=#0B0C14, success=#16A34A, warning=#D97706, danger=#DC2626, surface=#FFFFFF, text=#111827
- Spacing scale: 4/8/12/16/24/32
Accessibility
WCAG 2.2 AA, keyboard-first interactions, visible focus states
Writing Tone
concise, confident, helpful, clear, friendly
Rules: Do
- prefer semantic tokens over raw values
- preserve visual hierarchy
- keep interaction states explicit
- design for empty/loading/error states
Rules: Don't
- avoid low contrast text
- avoid inconsistent spacing rhythm
- avoid ambiguous labels
Expected Behavior
- Follow the foundations first, then component consistency.
- When uncertain, prioritize accessibility and clarity over novelty.
- Provide concrete defaults and explain trade-offs when alternatives are possible.
- Keep guidance opinionated, concise, and implementation-focused.