Elements
Web Components, based on DB UI Core, part of DB UX Design System Version 2.
Overview
DB UI Elements presents an innovative library that focuses on delivering style-compliant UI components specifically designed for Deutsche Bahn web frontends. As part of the new stable release of the DB UX Design System v3, this tool promises not only a seamless integration with various frameworks but also an emphasis on accessibility and ongoing user support until 2026. With Web Components at its core, DB UI Elements bridges the gap between corporate design standards and custom application needs, making it a versatile choice for developers.
Whether you're building new projects or enhancing existing ones, DB UI Elements stands out for its flexibility and adherence to Deutsche Bahn's UI/UX guidelines. The library's commitment to accessibility and multi-tenancy support makes it especially appealing for teams looking to craft user-friendly and compliant interfaces.
Features
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Framework Agnostic: Built on native Web Standards, DB UI Elements can be integrated into any web framework including Angular, React, and Vue, or used without one.
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Accessibility Focus: The library is crafted keeping accessibility in mind, ensuring that your web applications are usable by everyone.
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Multi-Tenant Support: Allows different styles to be applied for varying tenants, enabling customization and flexibility in style management.
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Lightweight: Using StencilJS for implementation, DB UI Elements minimizes overhead while delivering efficient web components.
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Open Source: Released under the Apache 2.0 license, the components are free to use and community-driven, encouraging contributions from users.
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Compliant with Guidelines: Strict adherence to Deutsche Bahn's UI/UX standards, ensuring consistency across applications that want to maintain a corporate look and feel.
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Future-Proof Development: While no new features will be added until the end of 2026, ongoing bug fixes and support will continue, allowing developers to rely on the stability of the library.
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- React
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- Vue
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- Eslint
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- Stylelint
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- Typescript
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