Act Rules.github.io

Overview

The ACT-Rules Community repository is a pivotal hub for developers and accessibility auditors focusing on (semi-)automated accessibility testing. It serves as a collection of well-defined rules crafted by the ACT-Rules community group, aimed at improving the quality and transparency of accessibility testing tools. This repository represents a collaborative effort to enhance how accessibility conformance to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) is measured and implemented across various platforms.

Designed with flexibility in mind, the ACT rules are unambiguous descriptions intended for implementation across a variety of testing tools, rather than being tied to any specific software. This empowers developers to create reliable and consistent accessibility testing methodologies that adhere to the evolving standards set by the W3C's Accessibility Conformance Testing (ACT) Taskforce.

Features

• Comprehensive Rule Set: Contains all recommended rules by the ACT-Rules community group for automated testing, ensuring adherence to WCAG standards.
• Open Contribution Model: Anyone can contribute to the repository, encouraging community involvement and collaboration to refine accessibility testing practices.
• User-Friendly Documentation: Clear guidelines are provided for developers creating their own testing tools, aiding in the implementation of ACT-R community rules.
• Regular Updates: The community holds conference calls every four weeks to discuss progress and collaborate on improving accessibility standards.
• Automation Integration: Changes to the rules can be automatically pushed to the main ACT repository, streamlining updates and approvals.
• Feedback Encouragement: New proposals for rules are advised to undergo validation with experienced auditors, promoting high-quality contributions.
• Focused on Transparency: The main goal is to harmonize testing tools and improve the overall quality of tool results, providing users with clearer insights into accessibility compliance.