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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

Accessibility Is Not Optional: Lessons from Booking Airline Tickets

Dec 17, 2024
The holiday travel season is upon us, and everyone is finalizing those last-minute plans. One integral part of holiday travel booking is purchasing airline tickets. As a blind ...

Web Accessibility, mobile accessibility, travel, hospitality

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Why Accessibility Widgets Fall Short: A Screen Reader User’s Perspective

Dec 13, 2024
As accessibility continues to be brought to the forefront of the digital world, website owners and designers are constantly looking for ways to bring their sites into compliance ...

Web Accessibility, Retail, Webinars

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Navigating Mobile Accessibility: A Restaurant Reservation Story

Dec 12, 2024
My family has a yearly tradition of going out for Italian food the Wednesday evening before Thanksgiving. This time, we wanted to try a new and seemingly popular restaurant that ...

User Experience, Mobile, Restaurants

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Mobile Accessibility Challenges With a Screen Reader

Dec 2, 2024
Online shopping has made life so much easier—offering convenience, variety, and the chance to discover the correct item, all from the comfort of home. However, for shoppers with ...

Web Accessibility, Retail, User Experience

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A Blind Shopper's Guide to Accessibility for Independent Businesses

Nov 25, 2024
The Saturday after Thanksgiving is "Small Business Saturday." Shoppers are encouraged to patronize local and independent businesses after the Black Friday shopping rush, which is ...

Web Accessibility, Retail, User Experience

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Navigating Accessibility: A Black Friday Shopping Experience on Mobile

Nov 20, 2024
A favorite local retailer of mine was running some early Black Friday sales at the beginning of November. Needing to replace some holiday decorations that broke last year, I ...

Retail, User Experience, Mobile, Ecommerce

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Black Friday Accessibility: Tips for E-commerce Websites

Nov 15, 2024
It may seem hard to believe, but Black Friday is fast approaching. Businesses are already racing to optimize their websites for the holiday shopping rush. Unfortunately, if your ...

Web Accessibility, Retail, User Experience

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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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