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Design biases - those sneaky little butt holes that have a way of slipping into our work when we least expect it. We've all been there, thinking we're creating the digital equivalent of a rock concert, but for some folks, it turns into more of a silent disco. The thing is, good design isn’t just about looking pretty, as we ALL KNOW. So, let's call out some of these biases, kick them to the curb, and design like we actually give a damn about everyone. Easy? Hell no. Necessary? As hell, yes.
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Welcome to "Shift Left," the podcast that's less about partisanship and more about pixels, less about caucuses and more about code. In a world where 'left' and 'right' usually start a fight, we're here to champion the real issues—like why that so-called-amazing website is about as user-friendly as a porcupine in a balloon factory. Join Stephy Hogan, a UX design maven with a knack for cutting through the tech jargon with her purple hair and a sparkle in her eye, as she demystifies digital accessibility with a touch of humor, a dash of sass, and a whole lot of care. Because in the end, good design isn't about left or right—it's about making sure nobody's left out. Find me on LinkedIn. Or on MY website. OR OR, wanna learn some stuff? I'm building courses!
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In today's episode, we're talking about some of the whys accessible design… one of them being the litigious stew you could find yourself in when you don't make accessibility a priority. Welcome to shift left. Your source for accessible digital design insights, trends and critiques. I'm Stephanie Hogan, your solo guide in this offbeat journey where we don't just talk about accessible digital design, we live it, breathe it, and occasionally we roast it in a digital landscape brimming with potential yet riddled with pitfalls. It's high time we prioritize accessible design from the beginning. Each week we'll debunk myths, call out the good, the bad, and the What the hell were they thinking all while unraveling the secrets to making accessibility an opening act and not a grand finale? Let's dive into the world of shift left, where accessibility is more than an afterthought. It's the foundation. What if I told you that almost all websites and web applications are not fully compliant?
