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January 20, 20245 min

Designing WCAG 2.1 AA Accessible Interfaces

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Designing WCAG 2.1 AA Accessible Interfaces

Inclusive Design Matters

Accessibility isn't an afterthought; it's a fundamental requirement. This guide covers practical steps to reach WCAG 2.1 AA compliance.

Key Checklist

  • Color Contrast: Ensuring a ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text.
  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements must be focusable and usable without a mouse.
  • Screen Reader Support: Proper ARIA labels and semantic HTML structure.

[!IMPORTANT] Semantic HTML is 90% of the battle. Use <button>, <nav>, and <main> correctly before reaching for ARIA attributes.

Testing Tools

I rely on axe-core and VoiceOver to validate my implementations.

(Full guide coming soon...)