Getting started with digital accessibility can seem overwhelming; join us in this session where we’ll cover various testing methods such as automated tools like WAVE and AxeDev, manual testing with keyboards, and strategies for reviewing and enhancing existing code. Making a website accessible to all takes work and doesn’t happen overnight; but that shouldn’t deter any creator or developer from taking the first steps towards digital accessibility.
Understanding the real impact of accessibility on users is often left out of the conversation around making websites accessible. In this session, we’ll delve into first hand experiences of individuals with disabilities and how digital accessibility directly affects their ability to navigate and interact with websites. By discussing the challenges faced by users, creators and developers can gain a deeper understanding of the importance of accessible design and its impact on fostering inclusivity in the digital realm. Additionally, we’ll explore practical examples of how we’ve improved accessibility in WordPress plugins, offering insights and strategies for ensuring inclusivity in WordPress development projects.