
10/15/2024 · Sascha Eggenberger
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This post details the planned redesign of GitLab's dark mode, moving from an experimental, algorithmically inverted approach to a more refined, principle-driven design. The new approach focuses on visual hierarchy, reduced color saturation, and a 'dimmed, not inverted' aesthetic. The implementation will be iterative, starting with Pajamas Design System elements and gradually expanding across the product. This represents a significant technical and design evolution for the dark mode feature.