I’m shaking things up here and taking a quick break from our WCAG series to share something I’ve been studying while prepping for my CPACC certification: The theoretical models of disability. (Spoiler: it’s not as dry as it sounds.) When we talk about accessibility, it’s easy to get lost in guidelines and technical details. But […]
Welcome to your no-BS guide to WCAG! If you’ve been keeping up with our WCAG 2.2 series, you’ll remember the four foundational principles of web accessibility: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust—better known as the POUR principles. (Missed that part? Catch up here.) These aren’t just buzzwords; they’re the pillars that make sure digital content works
Welcome back! Today, we’re diving headfirst into our WCAG series(missed the intro? Catch it here) with a no-nonsense look at the core of accessibility: the POUR Principles. These principles are your blueprint for making web content accessible to everyone—yes, everyone. While the POUR principles lay down a solid foundation for inclusive design, there’s an ugly
Detailed Overview of WCAG Hey, if you’re dipping your toes into web accessibility, you’ve likely encountered the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG pronounced as “way-cag,”) has already thrown you into a whirlwind of numbers and links. Overwhelming, right? Don’t sweat it—I’m here to make it simple. Think of this guide as your shortcut through WCAG’s
Alright, imagine you’re designing a new product, you’ve got your target audience in mind, and everything’s going great—until you realize that your design isn’t accessible for people with disabilities. So, what happens next? You scramble to add accessibility features, increasing costs and often compromising the overall design. Sound familiar? This is where Universal Design swoops