> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://quantum-design.gitbook.io/qd-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://quantum-design.gitbook.io/qd-docs/introduction.md).

# Introduction

Quantum Design is a methodology for building consistent and scalable design systems. Our approach is based on the concept of Atomic Design, where we define a component as a group composed of smaller values and elements called atoms, molecules, and quarks.

## Getting started

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[Methodology definition](/qd-docs/overview/methodology-definition.md)
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[How to use Quantum Design](/qd-docs/overview/how-to-use-quantum-design.md)
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[Tokens](/qd-docs/overview/tokens.md)
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