Digital Accessibility Fundamentals

Creating digital products that everyone can use is a fundamental requirement of modern web development and design. This course introduces you to the core principles of digital accessibility, helping you build websites and applications that are inclusive, compliant, and user-friendly for people of all abilities. You will transition from a beginner to an accessibility-conscious creator, understanding how users with assistive technologies interact with the web and learning how to implement standard design and development practices that remove digital barriers. What you will learn: Understand the core principles of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG); Implement semantic HTML and ARIA roles to ensure screen reader compatibility; Design accessible user interfaces focusing on color contrast and keyboard navigation; Audit digital products using manual testing techniques and modern automated tools; Apply best practices for accessible forms, media, and dynamic content. The course begins with foundational definitions and user needs before guiding you through practical implementation strategies for code, design, and content editing. Designed for beginner web developers, UI/UX designers, and product managers, this course requires no prior accessibility experience. Start reading today to make your digital creations accessible to everyone.