AI as an A11y: Rapid Co-Creation, Design & Prototyping Inclusive Apps
taught by:
Kelly Goto
co-presented by:
Joni Martinez
Session Summary
AI is revolutionizing accessibility in design and prototyping—but are everyday apps truly inclusive? Join design ethnographer Kelly Goto and blindness rehabilitation specialist Joni Martinez as they explore AI-driven accessibility through the A11y App Review, a research initiative evaluating real-world accessibility from the start, not as an afterthought. This session will dive into screen-reader testing, co-creation, and rapid prototyping using no-code AI tools to help design and development teams quickly iterate and generate clean, accessible prototypes. In this session, attendees will learn about key accessibility challenges, practical AI-powered solutions, and actionable strategies to ensure accessibility is seamlessly integrated into the design and development process.
Description
AI is revolutionizing accessibility in design and prototyping—but are everyday apps truly inclusive? Join design ethnographer Kelly Goto and blindness rehabilitation specialist Colin Wong as they explore AI-driven accessibility through the A11y App Review, a research initiative evaluating real-world accessibility from the start, not as an afterthought.
This session will dive into screen-reader testing, co-creation, and rapid prototyping using no-code AI tools to help design and development teams quickly iterate and generate clean, accessible prototypes. In this session, attendees will learn about key accessibility challenges, practical AI-powered solutions, and actionable strategies to ensure accessibility is seamlessly integrated into the design and development process.
Practical Skills
- Learn why informal screen reader testing of everyday apps is critical to uncover gaps and create inclusive apps that work for everyone.
- Follow our co-creation process using AI enabled research tools to quickly summarize transcripts into clear needs and themes.
- Learn the latest trends in no-code (Vibe) prototyping platforms using AI to create accessible prototypes for testing and feedback—including the pros and cons.