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This post introduces Microsoft's developer tools and practices for building accessible web applications in celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2024.
•Accessibility Insights for Web added WCAG 2.2 testing support within its Assessment feature, powered by axe-core for automated checks
•FastPass enables developers to catch high-impact accessibility issues in under 5 minutes through automated scanning
•Visual Studio 2022 (v17.5+) includes an Integrated Accessibility Checker powered by the Axe-Windows engine, providing in-IDE feedback for desktop apps
•Quick Assess offers 10 manual tests that surface deeper accessibility issues beyond what automation alone can detect
•Tab Stops keyboard test in FastPass helps identify focus order issues that affect users relying on screen readers or magnifiers
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