In order to create a properly-coded and accessible website, a web designer must follow a number of specific guidelines. Below, we offer a brief explanation of the major components of a webpage, and also the ability to verify our code's integrity.
HTML: the content
The biggest piece of a website is its content. HTML stores the links, body text, menu bars, and most images seen on a particular website. We ensure proper coding of our websites by following the Web Standards published by the governing body of Internet standards; the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
CSS: the design
CSS manages the visual display of all of the content from the HTML, and is responsible for colors, backgrounds, and spacing. We follow the CSS guidelines posted by the W3C.
- View our CSS validation In order to provide a better viewing experience for those using Firefox, Chrome, Safari, and certain smartphone browers, two declarations not recognized by the W3C have been included. These declarations (-moz-border-radius and -webkit-border-radius) have no negative effects on non-compatible browers, and as such have been included.
SECTION 508: accessibility standards
In order to ensure that our websites are accessible to individuals with disabilities, we follow the federal regulations referred to as "Section 508."
