Learn the basics of accessibility and how to build a mindset that makes digital products better for everyone. This talk covers what accessibility means, why it matters, and simple steps to put it into practice.
or approximately 15% of the world’s population, live with some form of disability. (Source: WHO) • An estimated 39 million people globally are blind. (Source: WHO) • 71% of web users with disabilities will leave a website if it is not accessible. (Source: Forbes)
diverse abilities to understand their experiences. By feeling what they feel, we can design solutions that truly include everyone.” Awareness “Awareness means understanding the common disabilities people face and how these affect their interaction with your product. It also means knowing the solutions available, to make the product accessible.”
disabilities helps you understand their challenges and needs. Their firsthand insights are a great guide to help design solutions that truly make a difference. User Test Studies Conducting usability testing with participants of diverse abilities gives a first hand account of the issues people face. Observing their interactions with your product reveals accessibility gaps and areas for improvement. Disability Simulations Experience the barriers firsthand by simulating disabilities, such as using a screen reader or navigating without sight. This builds empathy and highlights practical ways to enhance accessibility.
with your product, identifying potential accessibility issues and customer drop off. User personas Include users with disabilities in your user personas to reflect a diverse range of needs. This ensures your designs consider accessibility from the outset, leading to more inclusive products. Accessibility Guidelines Familiarize yourself with accessibility guidelines like WCAG to understand best practices. Knowing these standards empowers you to create products that are accessible to everyone.
product that require accessibility improvements, such as the landing screen and checkout page. 2. Design Design screen layouts, typography, and color schemes in compliance with accessibility guidelines. 3. Implement Utilize built-in APIs to set content descriptions and accessibility notifications according to the design specifications. Implement linting tools to detect and fix accessibility issues during development. 4. Test Employ accessibility testing tools as part of the standard testing process such as Accessibility Scanner (Android) and Accessibility Inspector (iOS) to identify and resolve accessibility issues.
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