Also many small businesses ask if they do the work is it "guaranteed" that they they wont be sued vs lower the risk....thats hard thing for business owners to understand.
Great tips, a couple other notes: Have the developer show examples of previous sites he/she has made accessible, if the developer simply shows adding a "widget" then...move on. Also note widgets can block the ability for a test to actually test. Also test his examples with a testing tool and have him explain the score if it finds error and why the errors are real or false positives.
Thanks, in my scenario I'm simply looking for a solid developer. An experienced developer will be able to understand what's needed in a vacuum when given specific instructions. And I agree, if someone is claiming to be able to make websites "ADA compliant," then, yes, definitely review their portfolio. I have found that many marketing agencies and freelancers who claim to know how to make websites ADA compliant actually do not. My impression is they think it's a matter of a few basic things. And, as you said, if they show any type of inclination towards widgets, that's an instant no. Thanks for adding these additional tips.
Also many small businesses ask if they do the work is it "guaranteed" that they they wont be sued vs lower the risk....thats hard thing for business owners to understand.
Yes, the guarantee question comes up on a fairly regular basis. I have a video on guarantees in the queue.
Great tips, a couple other notes: Have the developer show examples of previous sites he/she has made accessible, if the developer simply shows adding a "widget" then...move on. Also note widgets can block the ability for a test to actually test. Also test his examples with a testing tool and have him explain the score if it finds error and why the errors are real or false positives.
Thanks, in my scenario I'm simply looking for a solid developer. An experienced developer will be able to understand what's needed in a vacuum when given specific instructions. And I agree, if someone is claiming to be able to make websites "ADA compliant," then, yes, definitely review their portfolio. I have found that many marketing agencies and freelancers who claim to know how to make websites ADA compliant actually do not. My impression is they think it's a matter of a few basic things. And, as you said, if they show any type of inclination towards widgets, that's an instant no.
Thanks for adding these additional tips.