Blog Posts
Level Up Your Web: Discovering the A11Y Project
Date posted: 27/10/2024
In today's digital world, the internet is more than just cat videos and online shopping; it's a vital tool for communication, education, and access to information. But what happens when a significant ...
Accessibility in React: Building Accessible Components and Applications
Date posted: 12/07/2024
React has revolutionized how we build web applications, but with great power comes great responsibility. As React developers, we must ensure our applications are accessible to all users, including tho...
Testing for Accessibility: Tools and Techniques
Date posted: 18/06/2024
Testing is an integral part of ensuring web accessibility. Use a combination of automated tools and manual testing techniques....
Accessible Forms: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls
Date posted: 08/03/2024
Forms are essential for user interaction, but they can also be a major accessibility barrier. When not properly implemented, forms can prevent users with disabilities from completing crucial tasks lik...
ARIA Attributes: Bridging the Gap in Web Accessibility
Date posted: 02/11/2023
ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes enhance accessibility for dynamic content and complex widgets. They provide additional semantic information to assistive technologies, filling ...
Semantic HTML: The Foundation of Accessible Web Design
Date posted: 15/05/2023
Semantic HTML is the bedrock of accessible web design. It's about using HTML elements for their intended purpose, providing meaning and structure to your content. This not only benefits search engines...
Accessibility and Performance: Balancing User Experience
Date posted: 28/02/2023
Some developers worry that implementing accessibility features might negatively impact website performance. However, this is often not the case. In many instances, accessibility best practices align...
Image Accessibility: Writing Effective Alt Text
Date posted: 22/01/2023
Alternative text (alt text) is essential for making images accessible to people who can't see them. Screen readers read alt text aloud, providing users with a description of the image....
Color Contrast and Accessibility: Choosing Accessible Color Palettes
Date posted: 05/09/2022
Sufficient color contrast between text and background is crucial for users with low vision. WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) defines specific contrast ratios that must be met....
Keyboard Navigation: Building Accessible Interactions
Date posted: 19/08/2022
A significant number of users rely on keyboard navigation, either due to motor impairments or personal preference. Ensuring your website is fully keyboard accessible is crucial....