World Congress 2025 • Aug 20, 2025 • Session details

Semantic HTML means it's semantic, right? Right?

Semantic HTML doesn't guarantee an accessible experience. Discover why screen readers silently ignore your perfectly nested tags, and how to properly audit your accessibility tree.

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6:50 min

Navigating accessibility standards and screen reader support limitations

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Leveraging semantic HTML output tags and aria live regions

Chris Heilmann

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Leveraging semantic HTML instead of custom JavaScript elements

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W3C accessibility guidelines and essential practices

8:18 min

Building interactive accessibility learning resources for web developers

Chris Heilmann

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Evaluating user experience through screen readers and landmarks

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