Web Accessibility Open Lab Notes January 2026

Digital Accessibility

Resources

Resources provided and discussed during Web Accessibility Open Lab.

  • Accessible Typography: A resource discussed regarding ALL CAPS text and how it hinders people’s ability to easily scan and read text. This article provides a tiny amount of information about all caps creating visual and cognitive barriers, which isn’t discussed in detail in Myth 2.
  • Evaluating Cognitive Web Accessibility: From WebAIM, a web accessibility checklist that addresses cognitive disabilities.
  • Image Description Guidelines: Some tips and examples of long descriptions needed for complex images.
  • Digital Accessibility Alt-Text Webinar: The video of the presentation about alt text, specifically how alt text is determined by the surrounding content.
  • Mermaid: A tool mentioned for creating complex visuals.

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