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Michael Taylor

Michael Taylor
I am a regular contributor to the UsableNet blog on digital accessibility. I develop, write, and edit content for the company blog related to my experiences with digital accessibility. I explore various areas of the digital world and combine my unique perspective as a screen reader user with my fun and creative writing style to deliver an informative and engaging final product. My goal is to advance the company's marketing initiatives while also raising awareness about digital accessibility and how it affects the lives of real-world assistive technology users. My work covers everything from common accessibility challenges to robust and accessible design to tutorial-like content for specific web elements.

Recent Posts

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How Inclusive Design Elevates E-Commerce Usability for All

Nov 12, 2024
Every November, we celebrate World Usability Day, a time to reflect on how you can create digital experiences that are accessible and easy to use for as many people as possible, ...

Web Accessibility, User Experience

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Celebrating World Usability Day: Why Accessibility Needs Usability

Nov 8, 2024
On November 14, 2024, people worldwide will celebrate World Usability Day (WUD). WUD is a time to promote digital inclusivity through forward-facing web design that maximizes ...

Web Accessibility, User Experience

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Frightfully Bad Mobile Accessibility for Screen Readers

Oct 30, 2024
The days are getting shorter, the temperatures are getting cooler, and the spooks are in the air. Halloween is almost upon us, and I feel it is the perfect time to talk about ...

User Experience, mobile accessibility

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The Struggle with Mobile Job Applications: Accessibility Insights

Oct 21, 2024
As we continue to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), it's crucial to address the barriers that individuals with disabilities face even before ...

Web Accessibility, Webinars, User Experience

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Overcoming Barriers: A Blind Person's Take on Workplace Accessibility

Oct 16, 2024
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time that particularly hits home for me as a young blind working professional. Individuals with disabilities ...

User Experience, NDEAM

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Navigating Menus on Mobile: A Blind Diner's Accessibility Insights

Oct 9, 2024
Recently, I had the opportunity to dine at a popular national chain restaurant with friends. I wanted to be prepared with my order ahead of time, so I used my smartphone to review ...

mobile accessibility, Restaurants

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Your Accessibility Questions Answered by a Blind Person

Sep 23, 2024
During a recent UsableNet webinar, attendees had the unique opportunity to witness a blind screen reader user navigating a website in real time. This interactive session sparked ...

Web Accessibility, Webinars, User Experience

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Accessibility Widgets on Mobile: A Barrier to True Accessibility

Sep 18, 2024
I've previously discussed how accessibility widgets fail to deliver full web accessibility and usability. When I mention accessibility widgets, I refer to small programs embedded ...

User Experience, mobile accessibility

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Mobile Grocery Shopping Accessibility: Challenges for Blind Shoppers

Sep 11, 2024
One industry that is becoming increasingly digitalized is grocery shopping. According to a 2024 report by eMarketer, the U.S. online grocery market is projected to reach $187.7 ...

User Experience, Mobile, Ecommerce, Grocery

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