Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Alexander's Personal Website is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

We believe that websites should be accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities or the technologies they use to access the web. This commitment extends to all aspects of our website, including design, development, and content creation.

Conformance Status

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and more user-friendly for everyone.

The guidelines have three levels of conformance:

• Level A: Basic accessibility requirements
• Level AA: Enhanced accessibility (our target)
• Level AAA: Highest level of accessibility

We are working towards full WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance and regularly review our website to identify and address accessibility issues.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements can be accessed and operated using only a keyboard:

• Tab navigation through all links, buttons, and form fields
• Enter and Space keys to activate buttons and links
• Escape key to close modals and overlays
• Arrow keys for navigation in dropdown menus

Screen Reader Compatibility

Our website is designed to work with screen readers and other assistive technologies:

• Semantic HTML structure with proper heading hierarchy
• Alternative text for images and graphics
• ARIA labels and roles where appropriate
• Descriptive link text and button labels

Visual Accessibility

We maintain high contrast ratios and clear visual design:

• Color contrast ratios that meet WCAG AA standards
• Text that can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
• Clear typography with adequate line spacing
• Consistent visual hierarchy and layout

Responsive Design

Our website is designed to be responsive and accessible across all devices and screen sizes:

• Mobile-friendly design that works on smartphones and tablets
• Flexible layouts that adapt to different screen sizes
• Touch-friendly interface elements with adequate sizing
• Optimized for both portrait and landscape orientations

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some current limitations:

• Some decorative animations may not be fully accessible to users with vestibular disorders
• Complex data visualizations may require additional accessibility improvements
• Third-party content (if any) may not meet our accessibility standards
• Older browser versions may have limited accessibility support

We are actively working to address these limitations and improve accessibility across all aspects of our website.

Testing and Evaluation

We regularly test our website for accessibility using various methods:

• Automated accessibility testing tools
• Manual testing with keyboard navigation
• Screen reader testing with popular assistive technologies
• Color contrast analysis
• Mobile accessibility testing

We also welcome feedback from users with disabilities to help us identify and address accessibility issues.

Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We continuously work to improve our website's accessibility by:

• Regular accessibility audits and reviews
• Staying updated with accessibility standards and best practices
• Incorporating accessibility considerations in all new features
• Training our team on accessibility requirements
• Addressing user feedback and accessibility issues promptly

Technical Specifications

Our website's accessibility relies on the following technologies:

• HTML5 for semantic structure
• CSS3 for styling and layout
• JavaScript for enhanced functionality
• ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes
• Responsive design principles

These technologies are used in compliance with accessibility standards and are supported by modern browsers and assistive technologies.

Feedback and Support

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you experience accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

When contacting us about accessibility issues, please include:

• Description of the accessibility problem
• The page URL where the problem occurred
• Your browser and assistive technology information
• Any suggestions for improvement

We will respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and work to resolve issues promptly.

Updates to This Statement

We may update this accessibility statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable laws. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this statement.

We encourage you to review this statement periodically to stay informed about our accessibility practices and improvements.

Additional Resources

For more information about web accessibility, we recommend the following resources:

• Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
• WCAG 2.1 Quick Reference
• Section 508 Information
• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

These resources provide comprehensive information about web accessibility standards, guidelines, and best practices.