Melanie Richards guides developers through the world of W3C specifications, explaining how to navigate web standards and find authoritative guidance. This practical introduction helps developers better understand specifications related to HTML, accessibility, WCAG, and the technologies that shape the web.
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POUR the Foundation First
Homer Gaines explains how the WCAG POUR principles, Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust, provide a foundation for digital accessibility. The article explores practical examples involving alternative text, keyboard access, clear forms, semantic HTML, and assistive technology compatibility.
iOS Accessibility Properties: How They Relate to WCAG, and How to Correctly Use Them
In today’s article, Jennifer Dailey explains how the iOS Accessibility Properties relate to the WCAG 2.0 success criteria 4.1.2: Name, Role, Value, and how to properly use them.
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Case Study – Podcast Becomes a WCAG 2.1 Implementation Site
In today’s article, Nicolas Steenhout shares the story of his podcast, A11Y Rules, how he made its website accessible through careful decisions about players and plugins, and the move to WCAG 2.1.
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Unlocking Accessibility for UX/UI Designers
Denis Boudreau explores why web accessibility can be challenging for UX/UI designers and introduces 10 practical accessibility heuristics. By translating WCAG concepts into design-focused guidance, he shows how designers can address accessibility earlier and create more inclusive digital experiences.
The Three Developers and the Insightful User Tester
Scott O’Hara uses a Three Little Pigs-inspired story to show how developers can create accessibility barriers through poor HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and ARIA choices. He highlights semantic HTML, keyboard access, accessibility testing, and learning from users with disabilities.