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October 22, 2020
Low Vision Symposium

Learn about low vision accessibility needs like reflow and magnification, high contrast and dark modes, and more from our experts!

October 22, 2020 · 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM CT

Most people who have ventured into accessibility are familiar with screen reader needs, but visually impaired users leverage a wide range of tools which need to be considered when making inclusive sites.

Learn about low vision accessibility needs like reflow and magnification, high contrast and dark modes, and more from our experts!

Workshop Takeaways

  • Understand how high contrast, dark modes, and custom stylesheets benefit some low vision users
  • Learn accessible UX considerations and coding solutions to include high contrast and dark modes in your websites
  • Understand Reflow and other WCAG low vision requirements

The Presenters

Pricing

  • Standard: $149
  • Academic: $99
  • Group Pricing: $119 (Discounted tickets for groups of 5 or more)

Who should attend?

  • Suitable for all levels.

Prerequisites

  • An interest in better understanding low vision considerations.

Low Vision Symposium Schedule · Thursday, October 22, 2020

Start time is at 9:30 AM CT, San Francisco — 7:30 AM, New York — 10:30 AM, London — 3:30 PM, Berlin — 4:30 PM.

  • 9:30–9:35: Workshop Intro and Ground Rules
  • 9:35–10:20: Tori and Wayne basic low vision intro
  • 10:20–10:30: 10 minute break
  • 10:30–11:45: Deep Dive into Windows High Contrast, Dark Mode, and more
  • 11:45–12:15: 30 minute lunch break
  • 12:15–1:30: Deep Dive into Reflow and other Low vision requirements

After Registration

Once registered, an order confirmation arrives in your email. A few moments later after you have registered, the person assigned the ticket receives an event details email that includes, among other things:

  • A calendar invite to add the event to your calendar
  • Shortly before the conference, a unique link to join the event on the day of the conference

Also, as the event draws near, ticket holders will receive email reminders, so they don’t miss a thing!

On the day of the online event, enjoy and learn! Don’t worry if you can’t make it at the scheduled time. In one to two weeks after the event, you will be notified that recordings have been posted so you can review and share with your team.

Have any questions?

Feel free to contact us if there’s anything else you’d like to know.