Learn Accessibility

An evergreen accessibility course and reference to level up your web development.

 

Welcome to Learn Accessibility!

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An evergreen accessibility course and reference to level up your web development.

What is digital accessibility, and why does it matter?

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Design and build websites and web apps so that disabled people can interact in a meaningful and equivalent way. Read about the business and legal impact of these choices.

How is digital accessibility measured?

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Introduction to accessibility measurement, which ensures everyone, including people with disabilities, can still interact with your website in a meaningful and equal way.

ARIA and HTML

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When to use ARIA versus HTML.

Content structure

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Use semantic HTML, landmarks, and tables for accessible content.

The Document

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Additional HTML elements to consider when building accessible websites and web apps.

Keyboard focus

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Understand and enhance keyboard navigation order and style.

JavaScript

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Write accessible trigger events, page titles, dynamic content, and more.

Images

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Create accessible images.

Color and contrast

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Build accessible color palettes with appropriate contrast.

Animation and motion

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Support people with all types of movement-triggered disorders.

Typography

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Pick the right typefaces, font sizes, and structure your copy with an accessible layout.

Video and audio

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Alternative media types which make your video and audio accessible.

Forms

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Create accessible forms.

Patterns, components, and design systems

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Evaluate patterns, components, and design systems for accessibility.

Design and user experience

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Create accessible designs and evaluate your user's experience.

Automated accessibility testing

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How to perform automated accessibility testing.

Manual accessibility testing

How to manually test for accessibility.

Assistive Technology testing

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How to test with Assistive Technology (AT).

Conclusion and next steps

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Further resources to help you take your next steps.

Glossary

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Learn common accessibility terms and concepts.