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From: Birkir R. Gunnarsson
Date: Jun 21, 2020 6:48PM

Does anyone have an idea how accessible the app development
platforms/code inspection tools are?
I learnt a lot from the Deque University courses (accessible iOS apps
and accessible 'Android apps), it goes beyond just the surface and
starts diving into code and code examples.
I think the courses are still free for individuals with disabilities,
though I have not checked lately. Else they are $40.
There are also a number of "developing accessible apps" resource from
Google and Apple, both have fairly extensive guidance, even if the
guidance is a bit technical.


On 6/21/20, Steve Green < <EMAIL REMOVED> > wrote:
> I found it very useful to learn how to build basic native apps. This gave me
> an insight into what's going on inside the app, so it is no longer a black
> box. Also, it taught me what is and is not possible, so I hopefully don't
> recommend fixes that developers cannot implement.
>
> Steve Green
> Managing Director
> Test Partners Ltd
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: WebAIM-Forum < <EMAIL REMOVED> > On Behalf Of
> Julius Charles Serrano
> Sent: 21 June 2020 21:24
> To: <EMAIL REMOVED>
> Subject: [WebAIM] accessibility testing for native apps
>
>
> Hi all.
>
>
> I hope you all are well. I have a question for our friends who are doing
> testing for native apps
>
>
> What advice or suggestion would you give to a tester who plans to do mobile
> accessibility testing for native apps?
>
>
> Here's where I'm at:
>
> *    has experience in accessibility testing for desktop versions of sites
>
> *    has sufficient knowledge in WCAG 2.1
>
> *    has experience in using VoiceOver screen reader on iOS
>
>
> I am totally blind and I have an iPhone for my personal use. My intention is
> to add mobile accessibility testing (for native apps) to my skill set.
>
>
> I read that learning to use VoiceOver and Talkback would be a good starting
> point. I'm thinking of spending time learning to use Talkback on Android.
> I'm also wondering if learning to use the iPad and an Android tablet would
> be helpful.
>
>
> Your thoughts and suggestions would be truly appreciated.
>
>
> Cheers everyone!
>
>
> Julius
>
>
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