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Building Accessible Web Apps

๐Ÿš€ Did you know that 1 in 4 adults in the US have a disability? Let's talk about building accessible web apps! ๐ŸŒ

As developers, it's our moral and technical responsibility to create websites that EVERYONE can use, regardless of any disabilities or impairments. ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ป๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ’ป

๐ŸŽฏ Here are some best practices to follow:

  1. Use Semantic HTML - it helps screen readers understand and interpret your content. ๐Ÿ“š

  2. Provide Alternative Text for Images - this helps visually impaired users understand the image's purpose. ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ

  3. Ensure Keyboard Accessibility - some users can't use a mouse, so make sure your website is navigable by keyboard alone. โŒจ๏ธ

  4. Use Color Contrast Appropriately - higher contrast improves readability and usability for visually impaired users. ๐ŸŽจ

  5. Provide Captions and Transcripts for Audio and Video Content - make your multimedia content accessible to deaf or hard of hearing users. ๐ŸŽง

  6. Test your website for accessibility - use online tools like the WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool to identify potential issues. ๐ŸŒ

By following these practices, we can create a more inclusive and accessible web for all. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿค

โ“ What other tips do you have for building accessible web applications? Share your thoughts in the comments! ๐Ÿ’ฌ

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