Accessibility within Websites and Web Applications

As a passionate software engineer, I have come to understand the importance of accessibility in web development. Keyboard navigation is crucial for ensuring web accessibility and usability for individuals with disabilities, especially those who rely on assistive technologies like screen readers or individuals with motor impairments.

Prioritizing keyboard navigation also complies with regulations and creates a more inclusive online space for all users, regardless of their abilities.

Using libraries such as Material-UI (MUI) can help improve keyboard navigation and accessibility, but they are not silver bullets. In fact, MUI offers different options and documentation as to how to ensure their components are meet WAI-ARIA standards.

Try navigating around this website with just the keyboard!

hint: press the tab key

To read more about keyboard navigation on my website, check out my portfolio!