Ep 78 - How to Become An Accessibility Engineer with Homer Gaines

On this episode of #WorkingInTech, we’re talking to Homer Gaines, a designer, UI engineer, and certified accessibility professional with over 30 years of experience.

With a background in behavioral psychology and neurology, Homer leads and promotes accessibility at every stage of the product development process.

Homer will share how his career has shaped his approach to inclusive design, what accessibility looks like in real product teams, and tips for building tech that works for everyone.

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CHAPTERS

0:00 - Intro

1:16 - Accessibility in Tech

7:20 - Breaking into UX

25:45 - Opportunities in Accessibility

35:16 - Career Path

40:00 - Simple Communication

48:10 - Empathy in UX

1:02:05 - Final Words

1:03:40 - Conclusion