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Accessibility from the Start, Not as a Fix

Why building accessible products from day one is easier, cheaper, and more effective than retrofitting.

accessibility design process

Accessibility isn’t a feature you add later—it’s a fundamental part of good design. This piece argues for making accessibility a first-class concern from the earliest stages of product development.

The Cost of Retrofit

Fixing accessibility issues after launch is expensive, time-consuming, and often incomplete. Building it in from the start is not only more efficient but results in better products for everyone.

Practical Patterns

From semantic HTML to keyboard navigation, this essay covers the foundational patterns that make products accessible without adding complexity.