Sam Proulx

"From microtargeting in political campaigns, we see the value in representing edge cases in our research."

"The journey and conversation about accessibility need to keep going forward."

"Creating an accessible online shopping experience benefits everyone, not just users of assistive technologies."

"This experience that I'm having is complicated and difficult may not apply to the user."

"I've sorted out my workaround because the major accessibility flaws are consistent."

"Autocompletion is not only an aid but a critical accessibility feature."

"A lack of confidence can lead assistive technology users to give up and seek alternatives."

"Android has strengths; it's highly customizable and offers third-party screen readers."

"When we design for the edges, we get the middle for free."

"It's easier for developers to focus on mobile due to fewer compatibility issues."

"Compliance will take care of itself when great experiences are prioritized"

"We are beginning to think about the next stage in accessibility as we integrate it into more devices."

"You have existing customers with disabilities who want to tell you how you could be better, so make it easy for them to give feedback."

"The built-in accessibility support for iOS and Android is often better than on desktop systems."

"In today's world, accessibility is built into major browsers and operating systems."

"Mobile devices simplify design due to their smaller screen real estate, reducing distractions."

"We often overlook how much accessibility enriches our everyday life."

"Accessibility is now considered a first-party responsibility."

"On mobile, you can be more confident in testing with the known versions of mobile technology and platforms."

"Accessibility is an ongoing conversation that needs to continue to happen."

"It's very difficult for someone who has never used assistive technology before to have the same experience as a daily user."

"We're excited to support research and improvements that bridge usability for assistive technology users."

"Involving voices of people with disabilities ensures that you're designing with empathy and understanding."

"The current state of prototyping tools allows for improving accessibility, but it's still a work in progress."

"When you simplify design, you're making it easier to navigate and comprehend."

"Using assistive technology adds to the cognitive load during usability tests, which can impact the results."

"There are some ways around that, such as with aria alert, but that can also interrupt whatever I was reading."

"The primary customization for screen reader users is speed; many can listen at over 300 words per minute."