Accessibility for the Blind - don't leave them behind

Here’s a blog written by Kevin Miller, who laments on how advances in technology have yet to fully bridge the gap between web application development and user experience. He elaborates with a real-life example: a college student who was blind had a comprehensive set of assistive devices to support her learning, but could not complete simple tasks such as attempting online timed assignments and participating actively in forums.  

As app or software developers, it is essential to consider the accessibility of our products to the blind and low vision community, lest they be left behind.

In what other areas do you think the needs of these people have been overlooked?

 

Read blog post here