What Designers Need to Know About Accessibility

· Product Design Book 2 · Geoffrey Crofte
Ebook
149
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About this ebook

Have you ever felt lost in the complex world of digital accessibility? You're not alone. Understanding standards like RGAA and WCAG can sometimes seem like a real challenge.


But guess what?


It's not you. WCAG can seem overly technical, making the task even more daunting. That's why this book aim at demystifying digital accessibility, specifically tailored for designers. And I had the chance to work on it with other experts!

Dive into the realm of digital accessibility with "What Designers Need to Know About Accessibility," an innovative guide that transcends conventional standards to provide designers (and developers) with a practical and humanised approach to creating accessible digital experiences.

Crafted to go beyond the complex rules set by WCAG & RGAA, this book offers a transformative journey, unveiling tangible tips and actionable ideas. Explore the diverse needs covered by RGAA while going further by integrating ergonomic practices that will genuinely enhance the experience for all users, regardless of their type of disability.

Discover how to make your creations accessible without compromising creativity and innovation.

The author shares profound perspectives on the specific challenges designers face, providing practical solutions and tips to simplify the complexity of standards. Learn to integrate accessibility into the core of the design process, transforming how you conceptualise and deliver digital products.

This book is not just a technical guide but a travel companion for web professionals, assisting them in creating digital experiences that embrace user diversity.

Get ready to rethink your approaches, adopt innovative practices, and pave the way for a new era of human-centered design.

About the author

Geoffrey is passionate about martial arts, design and photography.

His experience on the tatami mats taught him humility and respect. Outside of the dojo, he has ventured into leather crafting since 2021, sharing his creations on Instagram under the handle @lordleathercraft

Immersed in the professional world of the web since 2009, he explores design and development, evolving from front-end development to project management, including interface design while freelancing. His multiple experiences, from freelance to international startups, opened his eyes to the diversity of users.

His first book in a series on Product Design focuses on errors around forms and is the result of extensive research and expert contributions blending nuanced opinions, because the world is rarely binary. Join in exploring research-backed perspectives, always mindful of the nuances that make our shared experience rich.

Myriam is an international consultant and trainer specializing in search engine optimization and online paid ads. They regularly write articles and give talks about algorithms.

You can also find them giving lectures in a university in Strasbourg or providing professional training in Quebec. They do remote work with an international flair, traveling most of the year.

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