The Accessibility Breakdown - Episode 3 - Do the Shift and Shuffle

What this episode covers

In this episode of The Accessibility Breakdown, hosts Mark Miller and Justin Stockton discuss three key accessibility topics:Locked Out: Why OTP and 2FA Authentication Fails Users with Disabilities by Sherry Byrne-HaberExplores how two-factor authentication and one-time passwords create significant barriers for users with disabilitiesHighlights issues with text messaging as a delivery method for authentication codesEmphasizes the importance of testing authentication flows with actual screen reader usersDiscusses the challenge of balancing security needs with accessibility requirementsScreen Readers Are Not Testing Tools by Eric EggertExplains why screen readers alone aren't sufficient for comprehensive accessibility testingNotes that screen readers have built-in assistive capabilities that may mask underlying accessibility issuesReinforces the need for multiple testing approaches beyond just screen reader testingShifting and Shuffling by Beth DeConinckContrasts true "shift left" accessibility integration versus superficial approachesShares a personal experience about detailed accessibility documentation in bug reportsDiscusses the tension between accessibility specialists and developers under pressureemphasizes the importance of education and knowledge sharing rather than keeping accessibility expertise siloedThe hosts conclude with brief comments about the Artemis II mission and its accessibility features, particularly the helpful live captioning.

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