React Native Radio RNR 330 - React Native and Accessibility with Karly Lamm
May 2, 2025
Karly Lamm, a senior consultant at Averon Software, champions accessibility in mobile applications. She discusses common pitfalls developers face with screen readers and the transformative power of inclusive design. Karly emphasizes starting small with code changes and user testing to create apps that serve everyone better. The conversation also highlights the importance of accessibility standards and how minor adjustments can significantly enhance usability for users with disabilities. It's a proactive guide for developers keen on improving their projects.
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Hidden Bug Reveals Accessibility Gap
- A user could not access the app because text size was increased and a button was hidden behind a modal.
- This made Karly realize many users are left out by ignoring such accessibility settings.
Start Small with Accessibility
- Start accessibility improvements small by adding accessibility labels and using native components correctly.
- This approach yields high impact with less initial effort and broadens your app's user base.
Accessibility Benefits All Users
- Coding for accessibility benefits everyone, not just users with disabilities.
- Accessible design increases user retention and can boost revenue for applications.