Web development

Key concepts for web developers

• Text alternatives 
  • Images need alternative text.
  • Avoid images of text.
• Adaptable & Distinguishable
  • Color cannot be the only method to understand the content.
  • Text needs to have a high enough contrast ratio to be legible.
  • Links and buttons need to look and act clickable.
• Operable
  • Provide pause, stop, and hide options for animations.
• Input assistance
  • Form fields need labels and field validation.
• Navigable
  • Bypass blocks (skip to main content and Landmarks).
  • Content should be well structured with Headings, Lists, and Tables.
  • Link text needs to be specific and descriptive.
  • Menus must be keyboard and screen reader accessible!
• Predictable
  • Consistent navigation placement and interactivity.