## Brief overview
These rules establish the mandatory use of ShadCN MCP server for all component design and TSX file development. This ensures consistent UI patterns and proper component usage throughout the project.

## Component design workflow
- All component creation or modification must reference ShadCN MCP server first
- Check ShadCN registry for existing components before creating custom ones
- Use ShadCN MCP to get proper component examples and usage patterns
- Validate component composition and variant usage through ShadCN documentation

## TSX file development
- Before touching any .tsx file, consult ShadCN MCP for current component patterns
- Use ShadCN MCP to verify proper prop interfaces and component APIs
- Reference ShadCN examples for form handling, data display, and interactive elements
- Follow ShadCN naming conventions and component structure patterns

## Page design requirements
- All new page designs must start with ShadCN MCP consultation
- Use ShadCN layout patterns and responsive design examples
- Verify accessibility patterns and best practices through ShadCN documentation
- Ensure consistent spacing, typography, and color usage per ShadCN guidelines

## Component composition standards
- Use ShadCN MCP to validate component combinations and nesting patterns
- Reference ShadCN for proper variant usage and customization approaches
- Follow ShadCN patterns for conditional rendering and state management
- Ensure proper TypeScript integration following ShadCN examples

## UI consistency enforcement
- All UI elements must align with ShadCN design system principles
- Use ShadCN MCP to verify proper use of design tokens and CSS variables
- Reference ShadCN for animation and transition patterns
- Maintain consistent component behavior across the application
