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Don’t forget to localize your icons

Culture impacts how icons are interpreted, understood, and used.

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Equivalent experience can cut both ways

The “more options” button is emblematic of how something can be technically usable by everyone, but also confusing for all involved.

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Formative Posts

Here are things other people have written that have helped to shape who I am. Enjoy!

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My jeans’ metadata may outlive the company that sold them

This is the thought process that kicks in when I look at a something as mundane and everyday as a pair of pants…

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display: contents considered harmful

display: contents has a long and storied history when it comes to accessibility.

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Don’t use custom CSS scrollbars

While a custom CSS scrollbar may seem flashy and fun, consider that it may present a significant, unnecessary barrier to access.

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Sabbath mode and assistive technology features

There’s a secret mode that comes with almost all large ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, and other large kitchen appliances.

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I doubled-down on RSS

RSS is an incredibly powerful, under-appreciated, and under-utilized technology.

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My Mastodon Strategy

A lot of the following is an attempt of a highly motivated individual trying to recapture what I once had.

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Yes, accessibility is also a backend concern

Accessibility is a holistic practice that touches every aspect of creating a digital experience.