{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Rocket Ship","title":"#053 - Why Accessibility in React Native matters with Britta Evans-Fenton","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/ccfd5491\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3574,"description":"In this conversation, Simon Grimm and Britta Evans-Fenton discuss the importance of accessibility in React Native and mobile development. Britta shares her personal journey into accessibility, motivated by her grandmother's experience with macular degeneration. They explore the definition of accessibility, the consequences of neglecting it, and the various tools and features available to enhance accessibility in mobile applications. The discussion emphasizes the need for inclusivity in technology and the potential legal implications of failing to comply with accessibility standards. In this conversation, Simon and Britta Evans-Fenton delve into the complexities of accessibility in React Native applications. They discuss the current state of accessibility resources, practical steps developers can take to improve accessibility in their apps, and the importance of community awareness. Britta emphasizes the need for a mindset shift among developers to prioritize accessibility, considering the growing number of users who will require these features in the future. The conversation also touches on potential improvements for accessibility tools and APIs in React Native.Learn React Native - https://galaxies.devBritta Evans-FentonBritta X: https://x.com/13rittaBritta LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/britta-evans-fenton/LinksAccessibility Cheat Sheet: https://scanqr.to/5e270983Crafting an Inclusive Shopify Point of Sale: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoFnQQj4g1AAccessibilityInfo API: https://reactnative.dev/docs/accessibilityinfoTakeawaysAccessibility is crucial for creating inclusive technology.Personal experiences can drive a passion for accessibility.Understanding accessibility benefits everyone, not just those with disabilities.The European Accessibility Act will impose fines for non-compliance.Companies can gain customers by prioritizing accessibility.Accessibility features include screen readers and voice control.There are various layers to accessibility beyond...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/1mTgnNUxqgj8QDkI4V51oojxwjdNqhjuAp7rEDt2W1s/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQzNTgzLzE2OTAz/ODE4NzktYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}