Web Axe
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.
Dennis explains some types of disabilites and different kinds of tools used to help access the web.
Download Web Axe Episode 25 (About Impairments and Assistive Technology)
Disability Types:
Alternative Devices: