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Accessibility in Software Documentation – A Beginner’s Guide

  • Tutorial
  • Inhaltserstellung & Redaktion
  • 11. November
  • 09:00 AM (MEZ) - 10:00 AM (MEZ)
  • C7.3
  • Lara Steinmetz

    Lara Steinmetz

    • Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Inhalt

This tutorial for beginners shows why accessibility in software documentation is no longer optional. As products reach broader audiences, inaccessible documentation silently excludes users, increases support costs, and weakens adoption. In this session, attendees will learn what accessibility really means, why it matters today more than ever, and how simple steps can make documentation accessible for everyone. No prior knowledge is required – only the interest in writing more inclusive content. Participants will leave with concrete guidelines, starter techniques, and a set of tools to begin improving their documentation as soon as possible.

Das lernen Sie

Learn why accessible software documentation is now essential, what beginners need to know, and how to start improving your documentation immediately, using clear steps, practical methods, and helpful tools.

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Lara Steinmetz

Lara Steinmetz

  • Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Biografie

Lara Steinmetz studiert im binationalen Master Fach- und Medienübersetzung. Im Zuge ihres Studiums führt sie Barrierefreiheitsaudits durch und übersetzt Technische Dokumentationen. In ihrer Masterarbeit beschäftigt sie sich mit aktuellen Herausforderungen der Barrierefreiheit in Softwaredokumentation. Ihr Ziel ist es, Technische Kommunikation barrierefrei zu gestalten durch die Verbindung von akademischer Forschung und praktischer Anwendung.

Lara Steinmetz is completing a binational EMT-accredited master’s degree in Translation with a focus on specialised translation, AI, language management, and audiovisual translation. During their studies they have conducted several accessibility audits and translated technical and software documentation. Their master’s thesis examines current challenges for accessibility in software documentation. Their goal is to help improve accessibility in technical communication by linking academic research and practical application.

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