Web Accessibility

The blog highlights the importance of accessible composition, comparing it to designing a house: perfectly constructed rooms aren’t enough without functional hallways and stairs. ...more

Alt text, designed to assist screen-reader users, should focus on aiding task completion rather than merely describing images. For example, screen-reader users often bypass images unless these visuals provide critical, non-redundant information not covered elsewhere on the page. ...more

The European Accessibility Act mandates that by June 2025, websites must meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards. 1XINTERNET explains how accessible design benefits users with disabilities and outlines steps organizations need to take to ensure compliance. Free audits are available to assist businesses in preparing for the new regulations. ...more

Inclind upgraded the University-National Oceanographic Laboratory System (UNOLS) website from Drupal 7 to Drupal 10, enhancing performance, accessibility, and content management. This case study explores how the upgrade modernized the site with a new theme, improved media handling, and WCAG 2.2 compliance. ...more

Discover how Bixal migrated its website from a static site generator to Drupal, improving content management, performance, and accessibility through a component-based approach and tools like USWDS and StorybookJS. ...more

Learn how to ensure your Drupal website meets AODA standards, enhancing accessibility for all users. This post covers essential Drupal modules, testing tools, and the benefits of hiring AODA-certified developers. ...more

Chloé Corfmat shares her experience at Drupalcamp Rennes 2024, including her talk on web accessibility and key sessions on FrankenPHP, automated testing, and Drupal migration. Discover the latest from the dynamic Drupal community. ...more

Julie Elman of Oomph shares her journey at DrupalCon Portland 2024, highlighting key experiences and contributions as a first-time code contributor. Discover how Drupal's inclusive community and mentorship programs can empower non-developers to contribute. ...more

Mark Conroy introduces the LocalGov KeyNav module, enabling keyboard shortcuts for navigating LocalGov Drupal websites. Sponsored by Big Blue Door, this module enhances site usability with customizable key sequences for quick access to various pages. ...more

Logic Simplified examines the impact of CMS plugins on website accessibility, detailing how tools for Magento, Shopify, Drupal, and WordPress improve usability and reach. Discover key plugins and strategies for creating accessible websites that enhance user experience and search engine rankings. ...more

Discover Drupal Starshot, a new initiative by Dries Buytaert, designed to make Drupal more accessible and user-friendly. Learn about its key features like the next-generation page builder, project browser, and automatic updates, set to launch by the end of 2024. ...more

Javier Reartes from Lullabot introduces a JavaScript plugin to make HTML tables more responsive and accessible. The plugin adds navigation controls for better readability on small devices and includes features to ensure full accessibility. ...more