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Date Published
Author
Devanshi Jain
Word count
849
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

Breakpoint 2025 emphasized the importance of designing for accessibility from the outset, highlighting the challenges of retrofitting existing products with accessible features. While manual checks for accessibility issues like keyboard navigation and visual inspection can be a starting point, they are often time-consuming and prone to human error. Automation tools like BrowserStack's Website Scanner offer efficient solutions by providing comprehensive accessibility reports and facilitating visual regression testing. These tools allow developers to maintain accessibility and visual consistency in their websites as they evolve, integrating with agile practices and CI/CD pipelines for streamlined workflows. The combination of accessibility and visual scanning creates a holistic approach to web development, reducing manual efforts and ensuring that websites remain inclusive and visually coherent.