Axe-con 2022: New CSS with Accessibility in Mind

New CSS with accessibility in mind presentation cover slide with small thumbnails showing ASL interpretor and Rachel Andrew.

When it comes to CSS, there are a lot of exciting, new things happening.

Including container queries, subgrid, cascade layers, and new color functions.

With new features come concerns about accessibility and how those features might affect accessibility and users.

In her New CSS with Accessibility in Mind presentation at the axe-con 2022 three-day conference, Rachel Andrew discussed what to consider as you begin working with the latest CSS features as well as how and where to share feedback if problems occur.Continue reading Axe-con 2022: New CSS with Accessibility in Mind

Axe-con Online Digital Accessibility Conference Returns March 15-17, 2022

axe-con 2022 conference home page highlighting registration and options to learn more about the conference.

Returning for the second year on March 15-17, 2022, the free, virtual axe-con 2022 conference offers three days of learning about building accessible digital experiences.

Hosted by Deque Systems, axe-con 2022 will have over 80 sessions with top experts discussing building, testing, and maintaining accessible digital experiences.

Named for Deque’s  axe-core project, an open source library and accessibility testing engine, the conference features a variety of presentations, including case studies, accessibility compliance, best practices, and updates from technology leaders from around the world.Continue reading Axe-con Online Digital Accessibility Conference Returns March 15-17, 2022

Axe-con: Yes, Virginia, PMs Are Responsible for Accessibility

Axe-con building accessible experiences, virtual conference: March 10-11, 2021.

When it comes to creating accessible products and services, it can be easy to focus on the work of designers, developers, and content writers.

However, ultimately, the success of an accessible digital media project begins with project managers (PMs).

The ability to produce an accessible project, within scope, timeline, budget, and resources reflects on your skill level and effectiveness as a PM.

In her Yes, Virginia, PMs are Responsible for Accessibility presentation at the axe-con two-day conference, Angela Hooker discussed how PMs can take responsibility for producing accessible projects and provided actionable tips. Continue reading Axe-con: Yes, Virginia, PMs Are Responsible for Accessibility