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Join this comprehensive conference talk from WeAreDevelopers where Emma Dawson explores accessibility in the EU, CSS gaps, and form design. Discover the importance of accessibility in web development through personal reflections and experiences. Learn about the speaker's journey from teaching to web development, with a focus on inclusivity and quality. Explore how AI can assist with compliance, understand the critical role of alternative text, and discover useful testing tools for accessibility. Get practical advice on prioritizing progress, seeking feedback, and following influential figures in the accessibility space. The session covers introduction to accessibility concepts, teaching perspectives, personal development journey, web development learning paths, accessibility standards, challenges in implementation, AI's role in accessibility, alternative text best practices, testing tools demonstration, improvement strategies, code review techniques, and influential accessibility experts to follow.
Syllabus
00:00 Introduction
02:29 Accessibility and Teaching
07:35 Personal Background
08:28 Web Development Learning
33:32 Accessibility Standards
34:11 Challenges and AI in Accessibility
39:22 Alternative Text and Resources
42:47 Testing Tools
01:08:07 Accessibility Improvement
01:08:25 Code Review and Influencers
01:09:05 Genuine Efforts and Closing
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