Use a consistent approach when working with components to improve code maintainability and ensure visual coherence throughout the application: 1. **Reuse existing components** rather than creating new ones for similar functionality. ```tsx // Good: Using the existing ContentLayout component {/* Content here */} // Avoid: Creating new custom layouts for similar purposes ``` 2. **Centralize styling through component props** (color, variant, size) rather than adding custom classes: ```tsx // Good: Using standard props for styling // Avoid: Adding custom classes that override the component's design system ``` 3. **Extract reusable code** into helper files when functionality is needed across multiple components: ```tsx // Good: Create shared helpers for reusable functionality // In a helper file: export const PermissionIcon = ({ enabled }: { enabled: boolean }) => ( // Icon implementation ); // Then import in multiple components: import { PermissionIcon } from "@/helpers/permission-helpers"; ``` 4. **Maintain separation between different component types** rather than merging them into one: ```tsx // Good: Separate components for different HTML elements // Avoid: Conditionally rendering different elements within one component ``` Following these principles ensures consistent UI patterns, reduces technical debt, and makes the codebase easier to maintain as it grows.