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From: John Foliot
Date: Mar 30, 2019 7:54AM

+1 to Tim's suggestions.

If you *really* want to do a deep dive in 'languages', look at
JavaScript+ARIA. Well schooled and sophisticated ARIA practitioners are
still in short supply.

JF

On Fri, Mar 29, 2019 at 7:07 PM Tim Harshbarger < <EMAIL REMOVED> >
wrote:

> Chanel,
>
> You will want to learn whatever languages are primarily used to develop
> the type of digital content you are assessing. For example, for web-based
> digital content you will want to learn HTML, CSS, and javascript.
>
> As far as freelancing goes, it also may be useful to perform a few free
> assessments for some of your favorite local non-profits as a way to
> practice and showcase your skills to prospective employers. I know the
> last time I was looking for a job as an accessibility consultant quite a
> few employers either asked me to perform an assessment or provide them with
> samples of my work.
>
> Thanks,
> Tim
> Tim Harshbarger
> Senior Accessibility Consultant
> Deque Systems
>
>