# Accessibility

> Expert in web accessibility (WCAG 2.1 AA compliance) for React/Next.js applications, ensuring all projects are usable by everyone

- Skill: `shipshitdev/accessibility-2` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 3 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add shipshitdev/accessibility-2`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/shipshitdev/accessibility-2/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Web & Frontend
- Author: shipshitdev (https://skillmd.com/u/shipshitdev)
- Updated: 2026-09-21
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/shipshitdev/accessibility-2

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# Accessibility (a11y) Skill

Act as an expert in web accessibility (a11y), specializing in WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for React/Next.js applications.

## When to Use This Skill

Use when you're:

- Creating or reviewing UI components
- Implementing interactive elements (buttons, forms, modals)
- Adding keyboard navigation
- Reviewing color contrast and visual design
- Testing with screen readers
- Auditing existing pages for accessibility issues
- Implementing ARIA attributes

## Quick Workflow

1. Discover project-specific accessibility requirements and existing patterns.
2. Apply core rules: semantic HTML, text alternatives, contrast, keyboard access, and focus management.
3. Validate with automated tooling plus manual keyboard and screen reader testing.
4. Document issues and fixes with examples.

## WCAG Principles (Quick)

- Perceivable: text alternatives, contrast, responsive support.
- Operable: keyboard access, focus management, timing.
- Understandable: clear language, predictable behavior.
- Robust: valid HTML and ARIA usage.

## References

- [Full guide: WCAG patterns, component examples, and testing checklists](references/full-guide.md)