The web is accessible by default; it is our design decisions that stop it being accessible. Every semantic mistake introduces accessibility issues into your code. We need to develop accessible pages from the bottom up, starting with semantic markup. Many designers and developers have a poor grasp of what native elements to use and when to add ARIA. In this session, you will learn:
• Why to use landmarks and headings
• When to use a link or a button
• How to create accessible graphics, like charts and icons
• When to use tables
• How to create accessible form fields