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A11y Hour with Mark Steadman
A11y Hour with Mark Steadman
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Length:
62 minutes
Released:
Aug 11, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Like many developers, Mark Steadman began working in web development with just a couple of goals in mind: write something that runs and passes a test. No major thought for those using the interface he created.
Mark’s perspective changed when he sat with a few folks who were blind or had low vision, and watched as they used assistive technology for the web and attempted to navigate a site he’d developed. Their struggle to tackle basic web functions against inaccessible code was Mark’s wake-up moment and his inspiration to close the gap between emerging developers and accessibility education.
In this episode, Chuck and Robbie talk with Mark about his passion for accessibility, where most web accessibility issues originate, practical tips for incorporating accessibility into developer workflow, and why accessibility means more than checking a box, meeting quota, and passing a test.
Key Takeaways
[00:44] - A quick intro to Mark.
[02:52] - A whiskey review - Angel's Envy Bourbon Port Finish.
[11:47] - How Mark became an accessibility specialist.
[19:28] - Where the web accessibility issue originates.
[27:41] - How to make data visualization accessible.
[34:29] - The major accessibility complaint we fail to consider with JavaScript frameworks.
[36:17] - How to keep developers and frameworks on the right track with accessibility.
[44:22] - A Star Wars-themed whatnot.
[50:37] - Why Mark likes college football (and their stadiums).
Quotes
[01:50] - “I feel like there’s a gap in the field right now where developers are kind of not being reached out to from the accessibility side of things. So my passion in both my job and on the side too, I write for accessibility as well, is to fill that gap.” ~ @Steady5063
[38:53] - “That’s my biggest advocacy for automation, is it helps developers learn accessibility on the fly.” ~ @Steady5063
[01:00:08] - “If you are a developer that’s listening to this, take the time to put accessibility as a priority. As much as everybody in the world is going to tell you that priority for accessibility is not there, find time.” ~ @Steady5063
Links
Mark Steadman
Fidelity Investments
JavaScript
Angel’s Envy - Port Wine Whiskey Kentucky Straight
Rivian
Old Forester
State Farm
Deque Systems
DEV Community
Jira
React
Angular
Vue
Ember.js
ARIA
JSX
Sarah L. Fossheim
Yahoo Finance
Google Finance
Astro
Melanie Sumner
axe Accessibility Linter
Karma
Jest
Pa11y
Prettier
Disney
The Mandalorian
The Book Of Boba Fett
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Andor
Rogue One
The Bad Batch
Rebels
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Chicago White Sox
Phoenix Open
Old Trafford
Camp Nou
San Siro Stadium
ESPN
Tom Brady
New England Patriots
Connect with our hosts
Robbie Wagner
Chuck Carpenter
Ship Shape
Subscribe and stay in touch
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Spotify
Google Podcasts
Whiskey Web and Whatnot
Top-Tier, Full-Stack Software Consultants
This show is brought to you by Ship Shape. Ship Shape’s software consultants solve complex software and app development problems with top-tier coding expertise, superior service, and speed. In a sea of choices, our senior-level development crew rises above the rest by delivering the best solutions for fintech, cybersecurity, and other fast-growing industries. Check us out at shipshape.io.
Mark’s perspective changed when he sat with a few folks who were blind or had low vision, and watched as they used assistive technology for the web and attempted to navigate a site he’d developed. Their struggle to tackle basic web functions against inaccessible code was Mark’s wake-up moment and his inspiration to close the gap between emerging developers and accessibility education.
In this episode, Chuck and Robbie talk with Mark about his passion for accessibility, where most web accessibility issues originate, practical tips for incorporating accessibility into developer workflow, and why accessibility means more than checking a box, meeting quota, and passing a test.
Key Takeaways
[00:44] - A quick intro to Mark.
[02:52] - A whiskey review - Angel's Envy Bourbon Port Finish.
[11:47] - How Mark became an accessibility specialist.
[19:28] - Where the web accessibility issue originates.
[27:41] - How to make data visualization accessible.
[34:29] - The major accessibility complaint we fail to consider with JavaScript frameworks.
[36:17] - How to keep developers and frameworks on the right track with accessibility.
[44:22] - A Star Wars-themed whatnot.
[50:37] - Why Mark likes college football (and their stadiums).
Quotes
[01:50] - “I feel like there’s a gap in the field right now where developers are kind of not being reached out to from the accessibility side of things. So my passion in both my job and on the side too, I write for accessibility as well, is to fill that gap.” ~ @Steady5063
[38:53] - “That’s my biggest advocacy for automation, is it helps developers learn accessibility on the fly.” ~ @Steady5063
[01:00:08] - “If you are a developer that’s listening to this, take the time to put accessibility as a priority. As much as everybody in the world is going to tell you that priority for accessibility is not there, find time.” ~ @Steady5063
Links
Mark Steadman
Fidelity Investments
JavaScript
Angel’s Envy - Port Wine Whiskey Kentucky Straight
Rivian
Old Forester
State Farm
Deque Systems
DEV Community
Jira
React
Angular
Vue
Ember.js
ARIA
JSX
Sarah L. Fossheim
Yahoo Finance
Google Finance
Astro
Melanie Sumner
axe Accessibility Linter
Karma
Jest
Pa11y
Prettier
Disney
The Mandalorian
The Book Of Boba Fett
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Andor
Rogue One
The Bad Batch
Rebels
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Chicago White Sox
Phoenix Open
Old Trafford
Camp Nou
San Siro Stadium
ESPN
Tom Brady
New England Patriots
Connect with our hosts
Robbie Wagner
Chuck Carpenter
Ship Shape
Subscribe and stay in touch
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Google Podcasts
Whiskey Web and Whatnot
Top-Tier, Full-Stack Software Consultants
This show is brought to you by Ship Shape. Ship Shape’s software consultants solve complex software and app development problems with top-tier coding expertise, superior service, and speed. In a sea of choices, our senior-level development crew rises above the rest by delivering the best solutions for fintech, cybersecurity, and other fast-growing industries. Check us out at shipshape.io.
Released:
Aug 11, 2022
Format:
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