Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

Portfolio Pro is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

We believe that education should be accessible to all individuals, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. This commitment extends to all aspects of our platform, including our website, learning materials, code editors, and interactive exercises.

Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.

Accessibility Features

Portfolio Pro includes the following accessibility features:

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  Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard (Tab, Enter, Space, Arrow keys)

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  Screen Reader Support: Semantic HTML and ARIA labels for screen reader compatibility (tested with NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)

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  Color Contrast: Text and interactive elements meet WCAG AA contrast ratios (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)

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  Responsive Design: Mobile-friendly interface that adapts to different screen sizes and orientations

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  Text Resizing: Content remains readable when text size is increased up to 200%

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  Focus Indicators: Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation

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  Dark Mode: System-preference-aware dark mode to reduce eye strain

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  Captions & Transcripts: Video content includes captions and transcripts where available

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  Alternative Text: Images include descriptive alt text

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  Skip Links: "Skip to main content" links for faster navigation

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some accessibility challenges remain. We are actively working to address these:

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  Code Editor: The Monaco code editor may have limited screen reader support for complex code structures. We provide alternative text-based editors for users who need them.

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  Third-Party Embeds: Some embedded content (videos, external tools) may not be fully accessible. We strive to provide accessible alternatives.

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  Dynamic Content: Some dynamically loaded content may not always announce properly to screen readers. We are implementing ARIA live regions to address this.

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  Complex Visualizations: Interactive charts and diagrams may have limited accessibility. We provide text descriptions and data tables as alternatives.

Compliance Standards

Portfolio Pro strives to comply with the following accessibility standards:

• WCAG 2.1 Level AA: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

• Section 508: US Federal accessibility standards

• ADA Title III: Americans with Disabilities Act

• EN 301 549: European accessibility standard

• AODA: Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (Canada)

Assessment Approach

Portfolio Pro has been assessed using a combination of the following methods:

• Automated testing tools (Lighthouse, axe DevTools, WAVE)

• Manual testing with keyboard navigation

• Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)

• User testing with individuals with disabilities

• Third-party accessibility audits (ongoing)

Ongoing Efforts

We are continuously working to improve accessibility. Our ongoing efforts include:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing

• Staff training on accessibility best practices

• Incorporating accessibility into our design and development process

• Monitoring and addressing user-reported accessibility issues

• Updating content to meet evolving accessibility standards

• Implementing user-requested accessibility features (adjustable font sizes, color schemes, etc.)

Request Accommodations

If you need specific accommodations to access our content or services, please contact us. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations, which may include:

• Alternative formats for course materials (PDF, Word, large print)

• Extended time for assessments

• One-on-one assistance

• Alternative assignment formats

• Accessible versions of interactive content

Feedback & Contact

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Portfolio Pro. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

We aim to respond to all accessibility inquiries within 2 business days and resolve issues within 10 business days when feasible.

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a formal complaint with:

Technical Specifications

Portfolio Pro relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

• HTML5

• CSS3

• JavaScript (React 19)

• WAI-ARIA (Web Accessibility Initiative - Accessible Rich Internet Applications)

These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.

Supported Browsers & Assistive Technology

Portfolio Pro is tested to work with the following combinations:

Limitations & Alternatives

Despite our efforts, certain functionality may be difficult to use with assistive technologies. If you encounter difficulties, we offer these alternatives:

• Code Editor: If the visual editor is not accessible, contact us for a plain text editing interface

• Video Content: All videos have transcripts available upon request

• Interactive Exercises: Alternative text-based versions available upon request