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How to Design Great Alt Text: An Introduction

Caitlin Geier
April 5, 2018 By Caitlin Geier

Images need alternative text (alt text) – this is often one of the first things designers and developers learn about accessibility. On the surface, it’s…

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Design Before Code: Thinking About Accessibility from the Ground Up – Part 2

Caitlin Geier
May 25, 2017 By Caitlin Geier

This is the second part of a two-part companion post, based on the talk Caitlin gave at CSUN 2017. The talk and posts are geared…

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Design Before Code: Thinking About Accessibility from the Ground Up

Caitlin Geier
May 10, 2017 By Caitlin Geier

This is the first part of a companion post Caitlin Geier wrote on accessible UX design. In part one, Caitlin details the intersection between usability and accessibility. She discusses the importance of thinking about users first, and why website accessibility is a collaborative effort. Read on to learn more.

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Inclusive Design Tips: Presenting Information in Multiple Ways

Caitlin Geier
January 4, 2017 By Caitlin Geier

How do you ensure your website is designed with accessibility in mind? Our UX designer Caitlin Geier addresses some important issues to consider, with practical tips – like presenting descriptive text when color cues are used – to help you create accessible design features that everyone can enjoy.

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Real-Time Remote Usability Testing with Screen Reader Users, Part 2: Tips & Tricks

Caitlin Geier
September 7, 2016 By Caitlin Geier

Here's part 2 of Caitlin Geier's 2-part series on remote usability testing with screen readers. In her second post, Caitlin covers important points to remember when setting up, recording, and observing the test. She offers several helpful and practical suggestions to make remote usability testing as easy as possible for both parties.

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Real-Time Remote Usability Testing with Screen Reader Users, Part 1: Practical Overview

Caitlin Geier
August 31, 2016 By Caitlin Geier

This is the first post in Caitlin Geier’s 2-part series, “Tips and Tricks for Real-Time Remote Usability Testing with Screen Readers.” In her introductory post, Caitlin will cover the basics of usability testing, points for consideration and the pros and cons of testing remotely.

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