Web AxeIf you weren’t aware, the Mozilla Firefox browser is fully accessible (since version 1.5 released November 2005). Learn more on the differences between Firefox and Internet Explorer accessibility. Also, IBM and Mozilla are collaborating with Sun Microsystems to make future versions of Firefox accessible on Linux.
Interview with Jared Smith, Associate Director of WebAIM, a highly recognized organization which promotes web accessibility. Dennis and Ross have a great conversation with Jared, who’s a very knowledgable and vital member of the excellent web accessibility organization.
Download Web Axe Episode 27 (Interview with Jared Smith of WebAIM)
This is an older article from A List Apart, but still very valid and an excellent read. A spidering search engine is like a screen reader…
High Accessibility Is Effective Search Engine Optimization
Coming soon…an interview with Jared Smith from WebAIM.
Lists are a perfect example of good semantic code for accessibility. Dennis and guest host Ross Johnson from 3point7designs talk about the types of lists, the benefits of using them, and the ways they can be used. Also listen for a couple announcements about future shows.
Download Web Axe Episode 26 (Lists and Accessibility — How and Why?)
Here’s sample code for a horizonal menu using list items:
#menu {
width: 100%;
background: #eee;
color: inherit;
padding-top:0;
border: 1px solid #666;
overflow: hidden;
}
#menu ul {
list-style-type: none;
margin: 0;
padding: 0;
}
#menu ul li{
margin: 0;
padding: 0;
float: left;
}
#menu a {
display: block;
padding: 10px;
font-weight: bold;
text-decoration: none;
border-right: 1px solid #888;
}
#menu a:hover, #menu a:focus {
background-color:#ccc;
}
Web Axe’s sponsor company CheckEngine USA has won an award from Accessites.org for its excellent web site usability and accessibility.
Addendum: CheckEngine USA is now Web Overhauls.