Day 2

"The web was designed to work for all people, regardless of their hardware, software, language, culture, location, or physical or mental ability."

Why This Matters

Tim Berners-Lee's vision for the web was inherently inclusive. The web's foundation was built on principles of universality and accessibility. When we ignore accessibility, we're working against the very nature of what makes the web powerful - its ability to connect everyone, everywhere.

Business Impact

Embracing the web's universal nature means your products reach global markets, work across all devices, and serve diverse user bases. This universal approach leads to better user experience, reduced support costs, and increased market penetration.

What You Can Do Today

Test your website on different devices, browsers, and assistive technologies
Implement responsive design that works for users with different screen sizes and input methods
Consider users with varying technical skills and internet connectivity
Design for users from different cultural backgrounds and languages

Reflection Question

How does this quote relate to your current digital products or services? What barriers might exist that you haven't considered before?