Joannajoannapol.hashnode.dev·Oct 4, 2024Unlocking the European Accessibility Act: How Tech Teams Can Lead the WayThe European Accessibility Act (EAA) is a new directive that will reshape the landscape of information technology accessibility across the EU and beyond. This article explains its impact, why it matters, and how businesses can prepare. Overview of th...46 readsEuropean Accessibility Act (EAA)
Desiree Bradishdesireejoy.hashnode.dev·Dec 29, 2023Image Accessibility for Screen ReadersWhen we're thinking about images, we think about how lovely they'll look, how they're really going to make our page pop, and maybe even how they can break a up a lot of text to make a site more visually inviting. 👁 👁 When it comes to accessibility,...1 like·64 readsaccessible code
Elizabeth Lolailizete.hashnode.dev·Nov 14, 2023How I test a website for accessibilityIn today's lesson, I'll guide you through my approach to accessibility testing. We'll explore utilizing Google Lighthouse for automated a11y testing, delve into manual testing with keyboards, and learn how to emulate various media states, and vision ...1 likeAccessibilityAccessibility
KikiDotPykikidotpy.hashnode.dev·Sep 27, 2023Accordion 2.0: Meet <details>, The Lazy Developer's Dream!Hey there, web accessibility enthusiasts! Today, we're going to uncover a nifty little gem you might not be familiar with yet: the <details> element. If you're a web developer, you're in for a treat, as this HTML feature can simplify your life and ad...Web Development
Savvas Stephanidessavvasstephanides.hashnode.dev·Sep 20, 2023The problem with code snippets... and how to fix it!So you decided to write a tutorial about a topic you know extremely well. You are very familiar with the topic, so much so that you know all the code like the backside of your hand. This tutorial has a lot of code, and you need it to look good! So yo...34 readsAccessibility problemsAccessibility
KikiDotPykikidotpy.hashnode.dev·Sep 7, 2023Alt-Text: The Secret Sauce to Web AccessibilityAs you've noticed, I've been focusing a lot on web accessibility lately, recognising the importance of inclusive development. The goal of this blog post is to share my insights on how to properly use alt-text for images, ensuring that everyone can pe...Web Accessibility
KikiDotPykikidotpy.hashnode.dev·Jul 24, 2023Navigating with a Smile: Creating an Inclusive Multi-Step MenuIn my ongoing journey to enhance web accessibility, I recently encountered a fascinating challenge: implementing a vertical side progress menu that adheres to accessibility criteria. It will be implemented in our service request form, where the user ...33 readsWeb Accessibility
KikiDotPykikidotpy.hashnode.dev·Jul 17, 2023Making Radio Buttons Shine: A Tale of Accessibility and Pizza CravingsAs software engineers, it is our responsibility to ensure that the web applications we build are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. In this blog post, we will walk through the steps to create accessible radio button groups fo...517 readsa11y
KikiDotPykikidotpy.hashnode.dev·Jun 27, 2023The Inclusive Web: Where Everyone ClicksHow I got passionate about accessibility Inclusion has always been a crucial issue for me. However, it wasn't until this past December that my enthusiasm for web accessibility skyrocketed. In our team at Thoughtworks's client, we embarked on a thorou...158 readsWeb Accessibility
Aditya Bikkaniaeldata.hashnode.dev·Jun 5, 2023Accessibility Testing vs Audit: What's the DifferenceIf you want to make your website or app accessible to everyone, you need to evaluate how well it meets the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), the international standard for web accessibility. The most essential idea is to evaluate digital c...98 readsAccessibility
