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How everybody benefits from accessibility

When something is accessible, it means that as many people as possible – including people with disabilities – are able to use it. Accessibility is part of providing equal opportunities and helps people with disabilities take a more active role in society. In the physical world, accessibility can mean ramps, wide elevator doors, and tactile maps in Braille. In digital environments, accessibility means that all information and functionality are available also to people who are blind, deaf, have motoric or cognitive disabilities.

Drupal CMS 1.0 – a new version or a new direction?

Feedback often suggests that Drupal is too complex — seemingly designed only for developers, or that "working with Drupal requires a PhD." Such perceptions spread quickly, creating the false impression that Drupal is outdated. This, in turn, may discourage potential users from adopting Drupal. In the article, we introduce the new powerful Drupal CMS.

Climbing the UX Maturity Ladder with Users: How to Get on the Path to Enhanced User Experience

In the fast-paced digital world, the success of any product or service hinges on how well it meets user needs. The focus on user experience (UX) is not just a nice-to-have; it’s a critical component of a successful business strategy. This article explores the concept of UX maturity, the stages involved, and the importance of building UX capacity to climb this maturity ladder.

Contributing to the environment with tackling UX issues, European Environmental Agency case-study

Our environment, the need for its preservation and the struggles that our planet goes through – all has been an increasingly hot topic of the last decade. Research activities like the ones described in this case study are especially relevant in the context of data-heavy systems, that tend to get rigid and resistant to changes. By testing with users and adapting systems even partially we make sure that the product will stay relevant for users and their practical everyday needs.

The Dark Side of E-commerce: The Impact of Hidden Design Patterns ("Dark Patterns") on Estonian Shoppers

Businesses are now facing the challenge of finding new ways to differentiate themselves and attract customers to their specific products and services. This is crucial for generating profits and improving key performance indicators (KPIs). To accomplish this, companies often resort to employing "dark patterns," a term referring to hidden design patterns utilized in their interfaces.