HTML Forms and Web Accessibility: Cam Beaudoin

1 billion persons in the world live with a disability, yet most of e-commerce, news, information, and government websites have significant accessibility issues. Inaccessible code isn’t just inconsiderate; it’s also bad business. Losing potential clients, impossible data collection, abandoned forms and surveys, and more.

In this meetup, developers will learn how to create web forms that are more accessible and usable, as well as how to follow development best practices and ensure functionality for as many audiences as possible. Additionally, we’ll dip our toes into basic design principles, content writing, and testing procedures that differentiate a good developer from a great one.

About the Speaker

Using his experience in sales, software development, and technical consulting, Cam brings a unique and refreshing perspective on how teams can tackle digital accessibility within their organization. Many appreciate his hands-on knowledge of planning, executing, and delivering accessible solutions with practical, real-world examples.

Cam's down-to-earth style engages groups from the moment he meets them and leaves them with a cool confidence in their ability to handle the ambiguous world of digital accessibility. Audiences often appreciate that he can speak the same language as their technical teams or business leads.

Cam has been working in the tech space since 2009 with a focus on digital accessibility.

Thanks to our sponsors:

• Empire Captions: https://empirecaptions.com
• WP Engine: https://www.wpengine.com
• Equalize Digital: https://equalizedigital.com

Event Details:
This meetup will be held at U.S. 5 PM Pacific which is 7 PM U.S. Central, and 10 AM AEST and 5:30 AM IST the next day.

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Accessibility & Accommodations:
This meetup will be held virtually over Zoom and live captioned, thanks to sponsorship from WP Engine. Slide links will be provided when applicable and presenters are encouraged to make slides as accessible as possible with alternative text for images, etc.

We're working to secure sponsors so that we can offer ASL interpretation.

All are welcome to attend. If you need specific accommodations to make this meetup work for you, please contact an organizer and we will try our best to accommodate you.

Code of Conduct:
Please note that this group is a welcoming space for all and all members must follow the WordPress Online Code of Conduct.

By RSVPing to this meetup, you agree to abide by these guidelines. If you have concerns that the Online Code of Conduct is not being followed, please contact an organizer.