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Accessibility in Mobile and Web-Engineering for Compliance and Inclusion

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  • Justin Davis

    (Castlight Health, USA)

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This article examines the principles, standards, and implementation strategies for digital accessibility in web and mobile engineering. Through a comprehensive analysis of legal frameworks, technical guidelines, and inclusive design approaches, it demonstrates that accessibility transcends mere compliance to become a core aspect of quality engineering. The paper explores the ethical, business, and legal imperatives driving accessibility adoption, details the technical implementation requirements for both web and mobile platforms, and provides guidance on organizational approaches to accessibility integration. Inclusive design principles, including equivalent experiences, consideration of situational limitations, consistency, and user control, are presented as foundational elements for creating universally accessible digital environments. The benefits of accessibility-first engineering extend beyond compliance to enhance user experience, expand market reach, improve technical quality, foster innovation, and mitigate legal risks. By framing accessibility as an integral component of engineering excellence rather than a specialized accommodation, this article offers a roadmap for creating digital experiences that are inherently inclusive and beneficial for all users.

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  • Justin Davis, 2025. "Accessibility in Mobile and Web-Engineering for Compliance and Inclusion," Journal of Computer Science and Technology Studies, Al-Kindi Center for Research and Development, vol. 7(6), pages 973-983, June.
    • Handle: RePEc:alk:jcsts0:v:7:y:2025:i:6:id:10132
    DOI: 10.32996/jcsts.2025.7.115
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