New Accessibility Regulations Coming for WordPress & AI ft. Gen Herres

In this conversation, Gen Herres, an accessibility expert, discusses the importance of web accessibility for developers, particularly in the context of WordPress. She emphasizes the need for developers to integrate accessibility into their processes from the beginning, rather than treating it as an afterthought. The discussion also covers the impact of upcoming legislation on accessibility standards, the role of AI in coding, and practical steps developers can take to improve accessibility in their projects. Gen Herres on LinkedIn Gen on YouTube Easy A11y Guide Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Accessibility in Web Development 04:46 Semantic HTML vs. Complex Solutions 09:42 The European Accessibility Act and Its Implications 18:20 AI in Coding and Accessibility 23:05 Automated Accessibility Checks 26:12 Implementing Accessibility in Processes