Why accessibility is needed for websites and how accessibility testing can improve overall user experience.
Speaker
Laveena Ramchandani
Agenda
1:00pm - Introduction
1:05pm - Talk by Laveena Ramchandani
1:40pm - Questions and Answers
2:00pm - Close
Synopsis
In today’s digital world, accessibility is more than just a compliance requirement—it’s a necessity for creating inclusive, user-friendly experiences for everyone. A well-designed, accessible front end ensures that users, including those with disabilities, can seamlessly navigate and interact with applications.
This talk will explore how accessibility improves user engagement and enhances the overall usability of web applications. We’ll discuss key accessibility principles, real-world benefits, and how tools like BrowserStack can help teams perform both manual and automated accessibility testing to ensure compliance with WCAG standards.
About the speaker
Laveena Ramchandani is a seasoned Test Manager at easyJet with over a decade of hands-on experience in quality assurance, data science testing and digital transformation.
She holds a degree in Business Computing from Queen Mary University of London and has built her career bridging the technical and business worlds. As a passionate advocate for inclusive and accessible digital products, Laveena has spoken internationally on topics such as accessibility, AI and data science in testing and scalable automation.
She’s also a blogger, trainer and community leader who enjoys demystifying complex testing science and helping new testers find their voice.
When she’s not testing code or delivering workshops, you’ll find her diving into the latest data models, tooling, or exploring how teams can build high-quality products that truly meet user needs.
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