Practical Web Accessibility Testing

Building inclusive web experiences is no longer optional—it's an essential skill for modern developers and designers. Discover how to ensure your websites are accessible to everyone, regardless of ability. This course provides you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills to perform basic accessibility audits, identify common barriers, and understand how to advocate for inclusive design principles. You will develop a systematic approach to evaluating web content for accessibility compliance. What you'll learn: * Understand the core principles of web accessibility and the importance of WCAG guidelines. * Apply semantic HTML to create a robust and inherently accessible document structure. * Perform keyboard-only navigation tests to assess interactive elements and focus management. * Utilize browser developer tools and specialized extensions like aXe for automated checks and color contrast analysis. * Learn basic ARIA attributes to enhance the accessibility of dynamic content and custom components. * Practice manual testing techniques to uncover issues not caught by automated tools. The course begins with foundational concepts and the rationale behind web accessibility, then progresses through practical, step-by-step methods for evaluating web content using industry-standard tools and techniques. You will read and practice how to identify and address common accessibility pitfalls. This course is designed for web developers, designers, content creators, and anyone interested in making the web more inclusive, with no prior accessibility knowledge required. Start your journey toward building a more accessible web today.