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New Accessibility Regulations Coming for WordPress & AI ft. Gen Herres


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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.

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  • Gen on YouTube
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    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

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