Mark Steadman
@steady5063.bsky.social
Squad Leader, Accessibility Squad
at Fidelity Investments
Accessibility automation, Mobile iOS/Android A11y
Check out my articles: http://dev.to/steady5063
at Fidelity Investments
Accessibility automation, Mobile iOS/Android A11y
Check out my articles: http://dev.to/steady5063
Currently working on a project that will be able to scan multiple applications and get a “heat check” for basic mobile #Accessibility issues.
The idea is similar to WebAIM, to find what the common issue are across a multitude of apps and report the data
The idea is similar to WebAIM, to find what the common issue are across a multitude of apps and report the data
February 14, 2026 at 10:19 AM
Currently working on a project that will be able to scan multiple applications and get a “heat check” for basic mobile #Accessibility issues.
The idea is similar to WebAIM, to find what the common issue are across a multitude of apps and report the data
The idea is similar to WebAIM, to find what the common issue are across a multitude of apps and report the data
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It's #ValentinesDay, a day to celebrate things we love.
Here in the #BlindNewWorld, #accessibility, #inclusion, #advocacy and our community are at the top of the list. ❤️
Here in the #BlindNewWorld, #accessibility, #inclusion, #advocacy and our community are at the top of the list. ❤️
February 14, 2026 at 7:51 AM
It's #ValentinesDay, a day to celebrate things we love.
Here in the #BlindNewWorld, #accessibility, #inclusion, #advocacy and our community are at the top of the list. ❤️
Here in the #BlindNewWorld, #accessibility, #inclusion, #advocacy and our community are at the top of the list. ❤️
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Automated #Accessibility Example Library has been updated again! 🎉
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
February 13, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Automated #Accessibility Example Library has been updated again! 🎉
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
Automated #Accessibility Example Library has been updated again! 🎉
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
February 13, 2026 at 2:54 PM
Automated #Accessibility Example Library has been updated again! 🎉
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
I want to begin to showcase some of the testing frameworks #A11y capabilities, starting with Playwright accessibility assertions! 3 unique assertions that allow you to get more robust regression testing!
github.com/Steady5063/A...
Reposted by Mark Steadman
“The reason Trump didn’t apologize for the Obama post is because he is a small, petty, fragile man who cannot take responsibility for his own actions. And the second reason, frankly, is because he is a racist.”
February 7, 2026 at 10:36 PM
“The reason Trump didn’t apologize for the Obama post is because he is a small, petty, fragile man who cannot take responsibility for his own actions. And the second reason, frankly, is because he is a racist.”
Can’t handle the Redbirds. I get it.
February 7, 2026 at 3:57 AM
Can’t handle the Redbirds. I get it.
Shocker that trumps new Trump RX site is inaccessible as hell. Who could have seen that coming?!?
#Accessibility
#Accessibility
February 6, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Shocker that trumps new Trump RX site is inaccessible as hell. Who could have seen that coming?!?
#Accessibility
#Accessibility
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Have you noticed that public spaces often require sharp eyesight to navigate?
💬 Dr Aikaterini Tavoulari discusses the need to improve how people with vision impairment are consulted in policy choices and infrastructure design:
blogs.bath.ac.uk/iprblog/2026...
#Accessibility #InclusiveDesign
💬 Dr Aikaterini Tavoulari discusses the need to improve how people with vision impairment are consulted in policy choices and infrastructure design:
blogs.bath.ac.uk/iprblog/2026...
#Accessibility #InclusiveDesign
February 4, 2026 at 10:56 AM
Have you noticed that public spaces often require sharp eyesight to navigate?
💬 Dr Aikaterini Tavoulari discusses the need to improve how people with vision impairment are consulted in policy choices and infrastructure design:
blogs.bath.ac.uk/iprblog/2026...
#Accessibility #InclusiveDesign
💬 Dr Aikaterini Tavoulari discusses the need to improve how people with vision impairment are consulted in policy choices and infrastructure design:
blogs.bath.ac.uk/iprblog/2026...
#Accessibility #InclusiveDesign
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University leaders must decide whether to meet minimum #accessibility standards or make accessibility a hallmark of excellence across #teaching, #research and civic mission, say Ayala Gordon and Sarah Lewthwaite: https://ow.ly/seBw50Y8iXN #Academia #HigherEd #AcademicSky #EduSky
Why digital accessibility is now a leadership issue for universities
The question for university decision-makers is whether to settle for the minimum accessibility required by international regulation or to embed it as a marker of institutional excellence across teaching, research and civic mission
ow.ly
February 4, 2026 at 11:15 AM
University leaders must decide whether to meet minimum #accessibility standards or make accessibility a hallmark of excellence across #teaching, #research and civic mission, say Ayala Gordon and Sarah Lewthwaite: https://ow.ly/seBw50Y8iXN #Academia #HigherEd #AcademicSky #EduSky
The ultimate mobile #Accessibility guide has been updated for 2026!
New resources have been added, and minor tweaks have been made!! If you are looking for literally everything possible that is a free resource for mobile #A11y then look no further!
#devCommunity #mobile
dev.to/steady5063/t...
New resources have been added, and minor tweaks have been made!! If you are looking for literally everything possible that is a free resource for mobile #A11y then look no further!
#devCommunity #mobile
dev.to/steady5063/t...
The Ultimate Mobile Accessibility Resource Guide
(Updated Feb 1, 2026) I tend to get asked a lot in my current role "Where the hell do I go for...
dev.to
February 2, 2026 at 4:12 PM
The ultimate mobile #Accessibility guide has been updated for 2026!
New resources have been added, and minor tweaks have been made!! If you are looking for literally everything possible that is a free resource for mobile #A11y then look no further!
#devCommunity #mobile
dev.to/steady5063/t...
New resources have been added, and minor tweaks have been made!! If you are looking for literally everything possible that is a free resource for mobile #A11y then look no further!
#devCommunity #mobile
dev.to/steady5063/t...
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Intopia's Australia & New Zealand Assistive Technology Survey is open, only until the end of this week.
The survey is open to users of assistive technology in AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND: intopia.digital/articles/int...
If you are eligible, please do take part.
The survey is open to users of assistive technology in AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND: intopia.digital/articles/int...
If you are eligible, please do take part.
Intopia launches Assistive Technology Survey 2025 - Intopia
Take part in the Assistive Technology Survey 2025 for Australia and New Zealand and help shape the future of inclusive design.
intopia.digital
February 2, 2026 at 5:15 AM
Intopia's Australia & New Zealand Assistive Technology Survey is open, only until the end of this week.
The survey is open to users of assistive technology in AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND: intopia.digital/articles/int...
If you are eligible, please do take part.
The survey is open to users of assistive technology in AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND: intopia.digital/articles/int...
If you are eligible, please do take part.
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Today is the day! The ceremony for the 2025 GAConf Awards airs 10am PST / 1pm EST / 6pm GMT, celebrating accessibility excellence across 20 categories.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqV_...
Also showing on IGN!
#gamedev #indiedev #accessibility
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqV_...
Also showing on IGN!
#gamedev #indiedev #accessibility
January 29, 2026 at 3:11 PM
Today is the day! The ceremony for the 2025 GAConf Awards airs 10am PST / 1pm EST / 6pm GMT, celebrating accessibility excellence across 20 categories.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqV_...
Also showing on IGN!
#gamedev #indiedev #accessibility
www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqV_...
Also showing on IGN!
#gamedev #indiedev #accessibility
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My book, Accessibility For Everyone, is now free and online as a website.
accessibilityforeveryone.site
The book was first published by A Book Apart in 2017 but it holds up! It covers web accessibility for designers, developers, content folks, and really everyone who works in tech.
accessibilityforeveryone.site
The book was first published by A Book Apart in 2017 but it holds up! It covers web accessibility for designers, developers, content folks, and really everyone who works in tech.
Accessibility For Everyone by Laura Kalbag
Read the book online for free.
accessibilityforeveryone.site
January 27, 2026 at 1:14 PM
My book, Accessibility For Everyone, is now free and online as a website.
accessibilityforeveryone.site
The book was first published by A Book Apart in 2017 but it holds up! It covers web accessibility for designers, developers, content folks, and really everyone who works in tech.
accessibilityforeveryone.site
The book was first published by A Book Apart in 2017 but it holds up! It covers web accessibility for designers, developers, content folks, and really everyone who works in tech.
Reposted by Mark Steadman
Cognitive load refers to how much working memory or short-term memory someone is using at a time. Minimizing the cognitive load it takes to use your site makes it more accessible for people with cognitive disabilities. Limit what you're asking users to remember to use your site.
January 26, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Cognitive load refers to how much working memory or short-term memory someone is using at a time. Minimizing the cognitive load it takes to use your site makes it more accessible for people with cognitive disabilities. Limit what you're asking users to remember to use your site.
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Street art spotted in Paris. 🎨
January 26, 2026 at 1:20 AM
Street art spotted in Paris. 🎨
PSA, your mobile application has to work in portrait AND landscape. There are way to many users who use their phones in landscape mode (for various reasons) and by not allowing your app to support both you are not allowing all users to use your app.
#Accessibility #A11y #iOS #Android
#Accessibility #A11y #iOS #Android
January 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM
PSA, your mobile application has to work in portrait AND landscape. There are way to many users who use their phones in landscape mode (for various reasons) and by not allowing your app to support both you are not allowing all users to use your app.
#Accessibility #A11y #iOS #Android
#Accessibility #A11y #iOS #Android
This is pretty cool, I was messing with Playwright this morning and found some assertions for #Accessibility. Will 100% be adding this to the example library here in the next few weeks!
playwright.dev/docs/api/cla...
playwright.dev/docs/api/cla...
LocatorAssertions | Playwright
The [LocatorAssertions] class provides assertion methods that can be used to make assertions about the [Locator] state in the tests.
playwright.dev
January 25, 2026 at 1:56 PM
This is pretty cool, I was messing with Playwright this morning and found some assertions for #Accessibility. Will 100% be adding this to the example library here in the next few weeks!
playwright.dev/docs/api/cla...
playwright.dev/docs/api/cla...
🎉 Automated #Accessibility Library has been updated!
Regression testing section has been added! When folks hear automated #A11y they think simple libraries that do generic scans. But you CAN write your own automated tests to ensure the functionality of your HTML and JS is working!
lnkd.in/gzBqbycv
Regression testing section has been added! When folks hear automated #A11y they think simple libraries that do generic scans. But you CAN write your own automated tests to ensure the functionality of your HTML and JS is working!
lnkd.in/gzBqbycv
Automated-Accessibility-Example-Lib/Regression at main · Steady5063/Automated-Accessibility-Example-Lib
Library of accessibility automation examples that use multiple different testing frameworks - Steady5063/Automated-Accessibility-Example-Lib
lnkd.in
January 25, 2026 at 1:55 PM
🎉 Automated #Accessibility Library has been updated!
Regression testing section has been added! When folks hear automated #A11y they think simple libraries that do generic scans. But you CAN write your own automated tests to ensure the functionality of your HTML and JS is working!
lnkd.in/gzBqbycv
Regression testing section has been added! When folks hear automated #A11y they think simple libraries that do generic scans. But you CAN write your own automated tests to ensure the functionality of your HTML and JS is working!
lnkd.in/gzBqbycv
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All of this is fucking senseless. Minnesota did not have an immigration problem. Trump sent his Nazi thugs here because he's racist against Somali people and to own libs like Tim Walz. Now two Minnesotans are dead and Minneapolis is on the verge of going up in flames. None. Of. This. Was. Necessary.
January 24, 2026 at 4:55 PM
All of this is fucking senseless. Minnesota did not have an immigration problem. Trump sent his Nazi thugs here because he's racist against Somali people and to own libs like Tim Walz. Now two Minnesotans are dead and Minneapolis is on the verge of going up in flames. None. Of. This. Was. Necessary.
We can’t possibly be this stupid right?
US vaccine panel head questions polio recommendation reut.rs/4pXBKgS
US vaccine panel head questions polio recommendation
The chair of a U.S. government vaccine advisory panel questioned broad vaccine recommendations for polio and other childhood diseases and said promoting individual choice, not public health, is the key aim of the panel, drawing a rebuke on Friday from the nation's top doctors group.
reut.rs
January 24, 2026 at 4:02 AM
We can’t possibly be this stupid right?
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"Learn Accessibility" is a course that takes you through the essentials for building accessible websites and web apps. Created for both beginners and advanced users, this course can be taken beginning to end, or used as a reference for specific topics.
web.dev/learn/access...
web.dev/learn/access...
Learn Accessibility | web.dev
An evergreen accessibility course and reference to level up your web development.
web.dev
January 13, 2026 at 2:27 AM
"Learn Accessibility" is a course that takes you through the essentials for building accessible websites and web apps. Created for both beginners and advanced users, this course can be taken beginning to end, or used as a reference for specific topics.
web.dev/learn/access...
web.dev/learn/access...
Wanna start simple with #Accessibility? Don't buy a damn overlay for your site. Get a damn semantic markup extension for developing. Checking to ensure that your content is using native elements is the best way to make small but impactful changes.
January 12, 2026 at 3:41 PM
Wanna start simple with #Accessibility? Don't buy a damn overlay for your site. Get a damn semantic markup extension for developing. Checking to ensure that your content is using native elements is the best way to make small but impactful changes.
Enforcing the usage of semantic/native elements as part of your dev lifecycle makes cleaner code and helps with #Accessibility.
If you want to build better devs, start with the basics. Using semantic/native elements and enforcing those practices!!
If you want to build better devs, start with the basics. Using semantic/native elements and enforcing those practices!!
January 3, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Enforcing the usage of semantic/native elements as part of your dev lifecycle makes cleaner code and helps with #Accessibility.
If you want to build better devs, start with the basics. Using semantic/native elements and enforcing those practices!!
If you want to build better devs, start with the basics. Using semantic/native elements and enforcing those practices!!
Thinking of doing a talk on “Effective #Accessibility data”
I think one gap I’ve seen in business world are people just taking automated numbers, sharing it and saying “there’s progress”. When there is so much more you can do to drive #A11y via data.
I think one gap I’ve seen in business world are people just taking automated numbers, sharing it and saying “there’s progress”. When there is so much more you can do to drive #A11y via data.
December 29, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Thinking of doing a talk on “Effective #Accessibility data”
I think one gap I’ve seen in business world are people just taking automated numbers, sharing it and saying “there’s progress”. When there is so much more you can do to drive #A11y via data.
I think one gap I’ve seen in business world are people just taking automated numbers, sharing it and saying “there’s progress”. When there is so much more you can do to drive #A11y via data.
Goal for 2026. More article writing less talking. I genuinely miss writing and I forgot how much I love to share my knowledge and stuff I’ve been messing around with
So I plan to write as many articles as I possibly can in 2026!
So I plan to write as many articles as I possibly can in 2026!
December 29, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Goal for 2026. More article writing less talking. I genuinely miss writing and I forgot how much I love to share my knowledge and stuff I’ve been messing around with
So I plan to write as many articles as I possibly can in 2026!
So I plan to write as many articles as I possibly can in 2026!