How do we talk about disability?
amber2025-09-18T17:02:49-04:00Disability is a sensitive topic. Fear of saying something wrong prevents people from having conversations about disability.
Neurodiversity 101
amber2025-09-17T14:53:47-04:00Every person who lives with cognitive challenges may experience them to different degrees, and be affected in different ways. Here are some tips that are helpful to everyone.
The voice behind screen readers
amber2024-08-26T10:59:23-04:00Speech synthesizers are computer systems used to imitate speech, reading out text input in a simulated voice. Finding a speech synthesizer that works for you can take time and research.
Why fair pay for testers matters
amber2024-04-08T18:48:53-04:00Fair pay for testers matters, for many reasons. If you’re considering seeking out volunteer accessibility testers, here are some reasons to help you reconsider.
Physical disabilities 101
amber2025-09-17T14:49:50-04:00Physical disabilities include any limitations of muscular control, any pain that has an impact on movement, missing limbs, and others. In some cases, physical disabilities can even be temporary. Those who have physical challenges may use a wide variety of tools to help them access websites and apps.
Visual impairment 101
amber2024-09-16T12:51:06-04:00While often discussed as a single group, there are many differences that exist for people with visual challenges. A users level of vision, as well as their personal preferences, will contribute to the type of assistive technology they use - a screen reader, screen magnification software, or both.
Task flows: A tester’s perspective
amber2024-04-08T18:38:44-04:00When creating a Compatibility Test on Fable, the type of feedback you get can often depend on the type of instructions you give in your task flow. Here are some tips to help you get exactly the kind of feedback you’re looking for.
The top 5 things you should know when working with people with a disability
amber2025-12-15T09:22:14-05:00Just because you meet one disabled person who isn’t comfortable doing a particular thing, doesn’t mean that everyone else with that same disability is also uncomfortable with it. When in doubt, just ask. We know what we’re good at, what skills we have, and what we struggle with – just like anyone else.
How do screen readers work?
amber2025-09-17T14:07:24-04:00Screen readers are software programs that allow those who have difficulty reading printed text, or interpreting icons, access to content. People who are completely blind are the primary users of screen readers. They can also be used by people with dyslexia, low vision, or by anyone who may not be able to look at a screen.
Disability and Privacy
amber2024-04-08T18:22:03-04:00The ability to detect if assistive technology is in use is a common feature that developers request, and one that users with disabilities push back against. This article goes over the reasons users are reluctant to embrace a feature of this kind, and why it might not be a good idea to use it, even if it did exist.