New Accessibility Regulations Coming for WordPress & AI ft. Gen Herres
Description
In this conversation, Gen Herres, an accessibility expert, discusses the importance of web accessibility for developers, particularly in the context of WordPress. She emphasizes the need for developers to integrate accessibility into their processes from the beginning, rather than treating it as an afterthought. The discussion also covers the impact of upcoming legislation on accessibility standards, the role of AI in coding, and practical steps developers can take to improve accessibility in their projects.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Accessibility in Web Development
04:46 Semantic HTML vs. Complex Solutions
09:42 The European Accessibility Act and Its Implications
18:20 AI in Coding and Accessibility
23:05 Automated Accessibility Checks
26:12 Implementing Accessibility in Processes
United States
