Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Microsoft and accessibility testing

Microsoft have released a number of accessability tools (including testing tools) and a new web site - http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/accessibility/default.aspx

The new testing tools are AccChecker and UIA Verify. Both are open source test tools and aimed at developers of applications that they wish to be more accessible to disabled people.

The aim of the Microsoft Accessibility Labs Community Portal is to keep you "up-to-date with news, events, and innovative ideas from the accessibility community. Check here to discover and download the latest accessibility-related technologies, tools, projects, and other resources for Microsoft products and platforms---and share your own. "

There is also a forum to post questions or information, although when I looked there weren't a lot of threads on it.

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