Contrast requirements apply to text over images. Add solid backgrounds or ensure all image areas pass. Learn more from AFixt.
Color Contrast and Readability: The Cornerstones of Accessible Design - AFixt
In the world of digital accessibility, few topics are as fundamental—or as overlooked—as color contrast and readability. While they might seem like minor considerations in the grand scheme of website...
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Link color must contrast against both background AND surrounding text. Two checks required. Learn more from AFixt.
Color Contrast and Readability: The Cornerstones of Accessible Design - AFixt
In the world of digital accessibility, few topics are as fundamental—or as overlooked—as color contrast and readability. While they might seem like minor considerations in the grand scheme of website...
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If you're a screenreader user, please take a moment to fill out WebAIM's 11th screenreader survey webaim.org/projects/scr...
WebAIM: Screen Reader User Survey #11
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Accessibility maturity assessments examine process and culture, not just code. Both matter for long-term success. Learn more from AFixt.
Accessibility Maturity Assessment -
Organizational Commitment
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WCAG 2.2 added 9 new success criteria, mostly addressing cognitive accessibility and mobile interactions. Learn more from AFixt.
Understanding WCAG: A Comprehensive Guide - AFixt
In today’s digital world, accessibility is no longer optional—it’s essential. Whether you’re a web developer, a business owner, or a UX designer, understanding the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines...
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Testing AI alt text? Compare it against what a human would write. If it's missing key info, edit it. Learn more from AFixt.
Dynamically adding text alternatives to images with AI - AFixt
By volume, missing text alternatives are among the top 5 most common accessibility issues on the web. Despite the fact that WCAG was first released 25 years ago, the simple act of adding a text alternative...
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Don't miss Accessible Web Development on August 19-20, 2026. It covers semantic HTML, ARIA, forms, and keyboard accessibility. Free to attend, limited to 500 seats:
Training - AFixt
Join AFixt’s live online accessibility training to learn accessible web development, WCAG, ARIA, forms, and testing from expert trainer Karl Groves.
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I'm excited to be presenting "Vibe Coding Accessibility" at the WeAreDevelopers World Congress, September 23-25. For 30% off tickets, se discount code Community_KarlGroves www.wearedevelopers.com/world-congre...
WeAreDevelopers World Congress North America
WeAreDevelopers World Congress: developers, engineering leaders, and the people building production AI systems.
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Government contractor? Section 508 conformance isn't optional. Meetabl ships with a current Accessibility Conformance Report and was built to meet the standard, not retrofitted.
Meetabl - Accessible Calendar Booking
Meetabl - Accessible calendar booking alternative to Calendly
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Free accessibility training that goes beyond checklists. AFixt's courses teach you the "why" behind the standards so you can build truly inclusive products. See the schedule:
Training - AFixt
Join AFixt’s live online accessibility training to learn accessible web development, WCAG, ARIA, forms, and testing from expert trainer Karl Groves.
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Maps need alt text describing the relevant information, not 'Map showing locations'. Learn more from AFixt.
How to Write Alt Text for Complex Images: A Guide to Clarity and Accessibility - AFixt
Images play a critical role in digital content, helping to convey information, engage users, and enhance storytelling. But for people who are blind or visually impaired, images alone don’t provide value...
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Legal accessibility complaints increased 320% from 2018-2023. Risk mitigation matters. Learn more from AFixt.
The Business Case for Accessibility: Why Inclusive Design is a Smart Investment - AFixt
When businesses think about accessibility, they often frame it as a compliance issue—something they have to do to avoid legal trouble. While compliance with laws like the Americans with Disabilities...
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Knowing your accessibility maturity level helps prioritize: process improvements or technical fixes first? Learn more from AFixt.
Accessibility Maturity Assessment -
Organizational Commitment
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Have you registered for Accessible Web Development yet? It's happening August 19-20, 2026. A two-day deep dive into accessible web development: semantic HTML, ARIA, forms, keyboard navigation, images, media, color contrast, and more. Register:
Training - AFixt
Join AFixt’s live online accessibility training to learn accessible web development, WCAG, ARIA, forms, and testing from expert trainer Karl Groves.
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Agencies juggling 5+ client calendars? Meetabl's Basic plan supports up to 5 calendar integrations on one account — so client bookings never collide.
Meetabl - Accessible Calendar Booking
Meetabl - Accessible calendar booking alternative to Calendly
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Stop guessing about accessibility. Get trained by an expert. Karl Groves' free live training from AFixt covers everything from disability awareness to advanced ARIA patterns:
Training - AFixt
Join AFixt’s live online accessibility training to learn accessible web development, WCAG, ARIA, forms, and testing from expert trainer Karl Groves.
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New to WCAG? Start with the principles, then understand levels, then learn specific criteria. Learn more from AFixt.
Understanding WCAG: Brief Introduction to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines - AFixt
Introduction The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) play a pivotal role in shaping the internet as a more inclusive and accessible space for everyone, regardless of their abilities. As digital...
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Integrated accessibility support means expertise available when decisions are made, not after. Learn more from AFixt.
Integrated Project Support - AFixt
For clients with proficient development teams, our integrated support complements your efforts. Our team members act in an advisory capacity, guiding efficient issue resolution on your sites
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WCAG 2.2 authentication criteria: Don't require cognitive tests like puzzles. Provide alternatives. Learn more from AFixt.
Accessible Authentication - AFixt
From passwords and two-factor authentication to passkeys and magic links, login flows are essential gatekeepers of digital life. Yet for many users—especially people with disabilities—these flows...
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Alt text for linked images should describe the destination, not the image. 'Home page' not 'Company logo'. Learn more from AFixt.
The Importance of Alt Text for Images - AFixt
Images play a vital role in web design. They make content more engaging, break up text-heavy pages, and often convey essential information. But what happens when someone can’t see those images? For...
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accessibilityHint (iOS) describes what happens after activation. Use for non-obvious actions. Learn more from AFixt.
Mobile App Accessibility: Best Practices for Inclusive Design - AFixt
In today’s digital world, mobile apps are a cornerstone of how we interact, shop, bank, work, and entertain ourselves. But for millions of users with disabilities, these apps can be a frustrating barrier...
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About a month until Accessible Web Development! It includes images, media, tables, color contrast, and responsive design. Free to attend live on August 19-20, 2026:
Training - AFixt
Join AFixt’s live online accessibility training to learn accessible web development, WCAG, ARIA, forms, and testing from expert trainer Karl Groves.
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Check out the newest version of WCAG-EM, released today. This is a robust methodology. I f you're a person responsible for doing accessibility audits at your company, this is the roadmap you should follow. www.w3.org/TR/wcag-em-2/
WCAG Evaluation Methodology (WCAG-EM) 2.0
This document describes a methodology with a step-by-step process to evaluate how well digital products conform to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.
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Multiple <nav> elements? Label them: aria-label='Main navigation' vs 'Footer navigation'. Learn more from AFixt.
Using ARIA Landmarks for Better Navigation - AFixt
In today’s digital world, accessibility is more than just a buzzword—it’s an essential part of creating an inclusive web. When we think about accessibility, it’s easy to focus on ensuring that...
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Designer accessibility training should happen before developer training. Catching issues in design is 10x cheaper. Learn more from AFixt.
Training - AFixt
Training That Sticks. Skills That Scale.
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HR teams: candidate experience starts before the first interview. A booking page that fails screen reader users sends a message you didn't intend. Meetabl interviews are accessible by default.
Meetabl - Accessible Calendar Booking
Meetabl - Accessible calendar booking alternative to Calendly
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What if your whole team understood accessibility? AFixt's free live training makes that possible. Courses for every role, every skill level. Sign up:
Training - AFixt
Join AFixt’s live online accessibility training to learn accessible web development, WCAG, ARIA, forms, and testing from expert trainer Karl Groves.
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Captions are time-synced with video. Transcripts are standalone documents. Provide both for different needs. Learn more from AFixt.
The Role of Captions and Transcripts in Accessibility - AFixt
Video and audio content are now essential parts of digital communication, from marketing videos and podcasts to online courses and social media clips. But what happens when someone can’t hear the audio...
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Every data table needs a <caption> or aria-labelledby to give context before reading cells. Learn more from AFixt.
How to Create Accessible Data Tables: Best Practices for Web Developers - AFixt
Data tables are an essential component of many websites and applications, helping to display large sets of information in a structured, organized manner. Whether it’s a table showing product details,...
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role='application' tells screen readers to pass all keys to your widget. Only use if you handle ALL keyboard. Learn more from AFixt.
How to Use ARIA Roles and Properties Effectively - AFixt
Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) is one of the most powerful tools in a developer’s accessibility toolkit—but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. While ARIA can improve accessibility...
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