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Authentic conversations so far...

This is an archive of the email messages I sent to my daily mailing list since March 12th, 2024. Enjoy!

If you eliminate the surprise and plan for different circumstances your website might be used, your frustration levels will go down.

Investing in accessibility features early in the development process saves time and resources down the line.

Accessibility is like flour on a cake. You can't add it after baking the cake and expect a good flavour.

Useful tactics

Tackle both small accessibility bugs and those larger tasks with intention and you'll streamline your workflow.

The future is uncertain, but your personal growth is inevitable once you make the leap and face the challenges.

Uncertainty

If you're in charge of shipping an inclusive experience, you run the danger of falling into the trap of waiting for certainty before action.

Confusing terms

When people confuse terms or don't know what some acronyms stand for, it can be impossible to carry out conversations about accessibility.

There are legitimate instances when speed can come first. I see two, off the top of my head: emergencies and first to market advantage.

False certainty

Are you truly making your website accessible for everyone by checking the WCAG? Or are you just falling for the illusion of false certainty?

You need to ship

Unless you ship an accessible product, the people you're trying to help will not be able to appreciate all your efforts.

We would do well to shift our focus from disability to ability and potential, and acknowledge the diverse needs and capabilities of people.

One thing at a time

When it comes to accessibility, a laser-focused approach is a game-changer. Break it down into manageable chunks and do one thing at a time.

We should ask ourselves what our role was in creating the current situation and how we can change ourselves before trying to change others.

Speed and direction

If you don't know where you're going, you'd rather get there quicker. The quicker you get to the wrong place, the faster you can go again.

Either or

Accessibility and good design go hand in hand to create a better user experience for everyone. It's not an either-or situation.

Building a culture of accessibility isn’t about complying with regulations; it’s about embracing inclusion as a core value within team.

The pressure you face

When you're working on your product, you'll face a lot of pressure and requests. But no one will ask you to be less accessible.

Seeking perfection

Instead of striving for perfection, focus on continuous improvement, iteration, and learning from your mistakes.

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