Accessibility LIVE Day 20/11/2024

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Julia Undeutsch, Accessibility Specialist
Atos

I am Dev & UX Accessibility Specialist at Atos. After graduating University in Musicology and Japanese Studies in summer 2020, I started learning front-end development and specialized in the topic of web accessibility early on. Since then, I take every opportunity to spread awareness on the topic by regularly creating content in form of writing blog articles and such. I have been certified by IAAP as a Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) in 2022 and got accepted in the Google Developer Expert Program in 2023.

Accessibility in React Application

If you are familiar with accessibility in HTML and CSS, then you are good to go in a React application as well. Most of the rules still apply. But you may need to write it a little differently, and consider other things in addition, which we will discuss in more detail in this talk. After the talk participants will have a understanding on how to write react code with accessibility in mind, how to work with DOM and Virtual DOM, how to test with keyboard and screen reader to make future as well as existing apps more accessible.

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Eeva-Jonna Panula, Senior Android Developer, Accessibility Specialist
Oura

Eeva-Jonna, or Eevis, is an accessibility specialist and senior Android developer. She is also an Android GDE and Women Techmakers Ambassador. Her passion is to share knowledge, and she speaks and writes a blog. When she is not doing that, she explores the beautiful Finnish nature either by foot or kayak.

Is This App Accessible? A Live Testing Demo

If you have ever come across the topic of accessibility, you might have heard that testing your app for accessibility is crucial. However, you might be unsure of how to go about it. What are the tools you can use? Where should you start? In this talk, I will demonstrate how to manually test Android apps for accessibility. I will test an Android app live on the stage and show you what tools to use and how to start. After listening to this talk, you'll know how to perform manual accessibility tests. You'll also learn about some possible causes of common accessibility issues.

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Ramona Domen, Software Engineer
Team Rockstars IT

Ramona is a software engineer and public speaker with a passion for creating inclusive and accessible applications. She likes to spread awareness about this topic and hopes to inspire people both in her daily work and by taking the stage whenever she gets the chance.

Accessibility powered by AI

AI has taken the tech world by storm, but have you ever considered its transformative impact on digital accessibility? Join us as we explore the dynamic world of AI-driven accessibility, unveiling real-world applications and revealing how renowned AI model GPT-3 can be harnessed to enhance accessibility in your own applications. Get ready to dive into the future of inclusive design and empowerment! In this session, we will dive into some accessibility theory and use chat-GPT and GitHub Copilot to make our demo application more accessible.

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Mina Nabinger, Accessibility Consultant
minamalism

Mina Nabinger is an accessibility consultant and designer. She helps businesses build practical, beautiful solutions that everyone can enjoy. With 8 years of experience as both designer and developer, she breaks down accessibility into hands-on techniques. From corporations like IBM to boutique studios, Mina empowers teams to include accessibility from the start. Her mission: making inclusion the standard, not the exception.

Design patterns for neurodiversity and mental health

Digital spaces are primarily designed for neurotypical minds, but it's time to embrace the full complexity of human cognition. I'll introduce key principles that build on familiar design patterns, revealing why they work and how to adapt them for diverse users. Whether you're a developer crafting code or a designer shaping user interfaces, you'll gain insights to enhance your work. By understanding the 'why' behind these principles, you'll be equipped to make informed decisions that benefit all users. With these insights, you'll craft digital experiences where everyone feels welcome and understood.

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