Build a React Component Library

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After 90 min: A reusable library of UI components for your projects and team

What you need

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The 90-Minute Plan

Plan Components0–15 min

Define 5–10 core components (Button, Card, Modal, etc.) and their props.

Set Up Project15–35 min

Use Create React App or Vite. Set up TypeScript and Storybook.

Build Components35–55 min

Create reusable components with consistent API and styling.

Document & Test55–75 min

Write Storybook stories. Add unit tests with Jest. Document API.

Ship & next steps75–90 min

Publish to npm. Gather feedback. Next: add advanced patterns and animations.

Pro Tip

Think about accessibility and responsiveness from the start. Use semantic HTML.

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