Very few sites knowingly follow web standards, most simply dependent on their web design software to create standards-compliant sites.

Here is a sprinkling of thoughts on web standards and usability -

1. 10 Tools for Evaluating Web Design Accessibility

… every aspect of a web page to determine its accessibility. A helpful toolbar feature is the Text Equivalents menu which allows you to generate lists of elements such as images and links to see whether each are standards-compliant. …

2. 20 Websites That Made Me A Better Web Developer

The Web Standards Project “fights for standards that reduce the cost and complexity of development while increasing the accessibility and long-term viability of any site published on the Web”. Whether it’s suggesting correct mark-up or …

3. Cool Technology of the Week

I’ve read some articles and heard some rumors that HITSP efforts are not XML based, are not vocabulary controlled, and are not embracing existing web standards. The SSA project illustrates the reality of how HITSP interoperability …

4. Why web standards compliant valid code is important pt2

As part of any new web development or enhancement make it a requirement that any coding validates. If you’re a Government department web development work needs to comply with the New Zealand Government Web Standards one of which …

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