What is ARIA?
A set of HTML attributes that make web content more accessible to people using assistive technologies.
Why It Matters
ARIA fills gaps where HTML alone cannot convey enough information to screen readers and other assistive tools.
Real-World Example
Adding aria-label='Close menu' to an X button so screen readers announce its purpose.
“Understanding terms like ARIA matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
Related Terms
Accessibility (a11y)
Designing and building websites so they can be used by everyone, including people with disabilities.
Semantic HTML
Using HTML elements that clearly describe their meaning and purpose, like <nav>, <article>, and <header>.
HTML
The language that defines the structure and content of web pages
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Related Terms
HTML
The language that defines the structure and content of web pages
Accessibility (a11y)
Designing and building websites so they can be used by everyone, including people with disabilities.
Semantic HTML
Using HTML elements that clearly describe their meaning and purpose, like <nav>, <article>, and <header>.
Frontend
The part of a website or app that users see and interact with directly
React
A popular tool for building user interfaces, created by Facebook, that makes complex UIs easier to manage
Next.js
A framework built on React that adds features like page routing, server-side rendering, and API handling