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Equity in Tech: Making Applications Accessible
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What if the applications we use every day were designed with everyone in mind? Join us on AXSChat as we welcome Sara Faatz, Director of Community Relations at Progress, who shares her expertise on the importance of human-centric software and accessibility in the digital realm. Discover why a whopping 98% of application developers and IT decision-makers recognize the need for human-centric software yet only 34% actively work towards it. Learn how the pandemic has transformed digital access from a convenience into an essential need, and why inclusive design should be at the forefront of every developer's mind.
Explore the profound impact of inclusive design on user experiences as we dive into shocking statistics, like how 78% of users abandon sites they cannot access. Hear personal stories that highlight the real-world consequences of neglecting accessibility, such as the frustration of booking medical appointments online. The discussion underscores the vital importance of user testing and the thoughtful consideration of human factors, encouraging developers to go beyond mere compliance and focus on creating seamless, intuitive experiences for all.
In our final segment, we tackle the challenges of integrating accessibility into application development head-on. Sara sheds light on the intricate balance between refining existing features and innovating with an accessibility-first mindset. We discuss the complexities of updating legacy systems, the need for specialized skills, and the industry's collective responsibility to raise accessibility awareness. By championing initiatives like apprenticeship standards for digital accessibility specialists, we emphasize the need for systemic change through education and government support. Join us in advocating for continuous, collective efforts to make digital platforms accessible for everyone.
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Chapters
1. Equity in Tech: Making Applications Accessible (00:00:00)
2. The Importance of Human-Centric Software (00:00:01)
3. The Impact of Inclusive Design (00:10:12)
4. Advancing Human-Centric Application Development (00:17:44)
5. Embracing Accessibility in Application Development (00:29:09)
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