In today's digital world, accessibility is not optional-it's essential. JavaScript and Web Accessibility: Build Inclusive Web Apps with ARIA and WCAG is your practical guide to designing and developing web applications that are accessible to everyone, including users with disabilities.
Whether you're a front-end developer, UI/UX designer, or product team lead, this book equips you with the tools, techniques, and best practices to build web experiences that meet the gold standards of accessibility-ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) and WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines).
Inside, you'll learn how to:Use semantic HTML and ARIA attributes to enhance screen reader support
Build accessible components like modals, dropdowns, and tabs with JavaScript
Apply keyboard navigation and focus management techniques
Understand and implement WCAG 2.2 compliance in real-world scenarios
Audit and test your apps using tools like Lighthouse, axe, and NVDA
Avoid common accessibility pitfalls in dynamic JavaScript-rich UIs
With hands-on examples, practical checklists, and clear explanations, this book helps you bridge the gap between cutting-edge web development and inclusive design. No prior accessibility experience needed-just a willingness to build better apps for everyone.