Universally Good v. Good EnoughWhat makes people choose between doing a "good job" and doing a "good enough job"? My step-dad helped teach me the value in always doing a good job, which I use in my accessibility work today.
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CA Appeals Court says online-only businesses are not covered by the ADAThe latest CA ruling claims only business with physical locations are covered by Title III of the ADA, therefore businesses that are online-only are not legally required to make their websites accessible. It’s an incredible unfortunate ruling, with a silver lining that this may invoke some changes in the future. Sometimes, the only way out….is through.
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The accessibility of Burning ManThe importance of self-reliance is indescribable. People do not want to be a burden and therefore do not want things done *for* them. They want the agency to do what they want, when they want, and how they want. The goal of these programs is to provide that autonomy. To make the experience equatable across **all** people. The goal of Mobility Camp, Blind Burners, Da Dirty Hands, and other programs is to embrace and celebrate the ethos of Burning Man, that All are welcome.
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The new face of accessible controllersAccessibility is taking big strides in the gaming controller market, which is pushing boundaries in other tech spaces as well. Enabled Play gives gamers full control by using facial expressions, alongside voice and movement commands.
...Continue Reading »Accessibility Statements are important for brand integrity, customer retention, and legal protection. We are working on one now. We will need a page design for it. Let me know if you have any ideas!
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How to write good alt-textAlt text provides supporting context for imagery on the web. It is currently one of the most common accessibility issues across the internet, but there are ways to make it better. Always remember to write concise, descriptive alt text for non-decorative images to help users and browsers understand what an image is portraying!
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DOJ announces Title II RegulationIt seems the DOJ is making progress on legal standards for accessibility. While the standards for the private sector are not at our doorstep, they are certainly down the street at the bodega, getting an everything bagel with lox and cream cheese. We need to continue to strive for AA compliance and not take the easy paths. The shortcuts we make today build the long road back to the right way.
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The captions of Stranger ThingsAccessibility features improve the lives of everyone, from permanent to situational. I turn on closed captions when watching TV in my bedroom, typically because my toddler is sleeping right across the hall. This is a great example of situational accessibility, and why it’s such an important consideration when delivering content to users.
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