What is website accessibility and why is it important?
When not designed to specific ADA standards, websites can be difficult or impossible to navigate by people who rely on assistive technologies. Websites must be designed and developed to accommodate users with diverse abilities. In the same way that a building must provide certain physical accommodations – ramps, rails, elevators – websites must provide accommodations in the digital space.
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How do I add animation to my website?
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How do I make my website live?
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