The article outlines four ways an accessibility specialist utilizes AI to enhance accessibility, including content generation, automated testing for compliance, user experience improvements, and data analysis for better understanding user needs. These applications aim to create more inclusive digital environments for individuals with disabilities.
Accessibility overlays are often marketed as quick fixes for websites to comply with accessibility standards, but they can create more issues than they solve. These overlays might hinder the user experience for those with disabilities, as they may not address the root problems of accessibility. A deeper, more comprehensive approach to web accessibility is necessary for genuine inclusivity.