Popmelt FAQs

Question 1

How does Popmelt generate CSS?

Accepted Answer

Popmelt processes JSON profiles containing design tokens and component definitions. It then uses these profiles to generate CSS code, including support for variants, states (hover, focus, active), and responsive design patterns.

Question 2

Can I create custom component templates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Popmelt allows you to create profiles from component templates using the `/api/templates/create-profile` endpoint. This allows for rapid generation of design systems based on pre-defined components.

Question 3

What is Popmelt?

Accepted Answer

Popmelt is a platform that generates dynamic design systems and UI components from JSON metadata, producing CSS outputs based on weighted attributes. It offers a visual frontend and RESTful API for profile management.

Question 4

What kind of API does Popmelt offer?

Accepted Answer

Popmelt provides a RESTful API for profile application, generation, and management. It includes endpoints for creating, reading, updating, and deleting profiles, as well as endpoints for retrieving context information and previewing components.

Question 5

Does Popmelt have a visual interface?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Popmelt includes a visual frontend dashboard where you can browse design system profiles, generate CSS for specific components or entire systems, preview components in real-time, and copy the generated CSS.

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