Accessibility Specialist

Applies WCAG 2.1 principles to UI design and frontend development for accessibility compliance.

1|Updated Jul 8, 2016

Search Tags:#accessibility #a11y #WCAG #usability #inclusive-design

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npx skills add https://github.com/oehm-smith/linux-env --skill accessibility-specialist

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Skill: Accessibility Specialist
Source: https://github.com/oehm-smith/linux-env/tree/main/HOME/.claude/skills/crosscutting/hci/accessibility
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/oehm-smith/linux-env --skill accessibility-specialist

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Digital products often fail to meet accessibility standards, hindering usability for people with disabilities. This skill provides practical guidance to align design and development with WCAG, improving inclusivity and compliance.

Core Features & Use Cases

Applies WCAG 2.1 principles (Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust) to UI design and frontend development.
Guides testing with assistive technologies and remediation of accessibility issues.
Use Case: Before launching a feature, run an accessibility review to identify blockers and create a remediation plan.

Quick Start

Perform an accessibility review of a UI page and document 3 remediation steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about Accessibility Specialist

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I check if my UI design meets WCAG accessibility guidelines?▼

To check WCAG compliance, evaluate your UI design and frontend code against the principles of perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust content. This identifies usability blockers and provides concrete remediation steps to align your digital product with inclusive-design standards.

What is the best way to create an accessibility remediation plan before launch?▼

The best way to create an accessibility remediation plan is to perform a compliance review applying WCAG 2.1 principles to your UI and frontend code. This identifies specific accessibility issues and documents targeted remediation steps to resolve blockers before your feature launch.

How does inclusive-design testing with assistive technologies work?▼

Inclusive-design testing with assistive technologies works by evaluating how users with disabilities interact with your digital product. It enforces WCAG checks for operable and perceivable content, ensuring the frontend code supports screen readers and other tools for robust accessibility.

Do I need frontend development code to run an accessibility review?▼

You do not strictly need finalized frontend development code to run an accessibility review, as the process also applies WCAG guidelines directly to UI design. However, having frontend code allows for more robust testing with assistive technologies and accurate compliance reviews.

Why does my digital product fail operable and perceivable content checks?▼

Your digital product fails operable and perceivable content checks because the UI design and frontend code do not fully align with WCAG 2.1 principles. Applying accessibility guidelines helps identify these specific usability blockers and provides concrete remediation guidance to fix them.

Can I apply WCAG 2.1 compliance reviews to existing frontend code?▼

Yes, you can apply WCAG 2.1 compliance reviews to existing frontend code. The process evaluates your current digital product against accessibility principles, identifies areas lacking robust content, and provides concrete remediation guidance to improve overall usability and compliance.