June 2025 — AI’s Disruption on Design
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Artificial Intelligence is transforming how digital experiences are created, but is accessibility keeping up?
Join hosts Mark Miller and David Sloan as they explore how AI is reshaping design and development workflows, from automated code generation to dynamic user interfaces. They’ll spotlight both the promises and pitfalls of AI when it comes to inclusive digital experiences.
The conversation was too big for one episode, so don’t miss Part 2! Join us on July 24, 2025, at 10:30 AM EST, where we’ll continue this discussion and explore how AI is reshaping accessibility testing.
Related Resources
PictureSmart AI
One of the unique AI features included in JAWS and Fusion that was discussed is PictureSmart AI. Using advanced AI algorithms, it interprets and verbalizes the content of images, bringing them to life for people who rely on assistive technology to interact with the digital environment. Read more about the journey to developing this innovative technology.
Face in View
Another AI feature is Face in View technology. This was the first AI feature developed for JAWS and Fusion in the fall of 2024. It provides feedback to help someone get centered and aligned in the camera feed for online video calls. Face in View also runs locally and does not require an internet connection like Picture Smart, which is great if you need a more comprehensive description. Watch the video to learn more.
Accessibility and Gen AI Podcast
Hosted by Eamon McErlean and Joe Devon, this podcast interviews newsmakers and thought leaders in the accessibility community. Most recently, Vispero’s Senior Vice President, Matt Ater, joined them to discuss the transformative potential of AI in accessibility and the crucial need to involve users with disabilities in the development process. Listen to the episode.
WeAreDevelopers
Mark and David mentioned that the accessibility community is applying strict scrutiny to AI. One such community, WeAreDevelopers, caters to European web developers, providing valuable tech content, job opportunities, and events throughout the year to help them level up their careers. They recently held an event, Accessibility & AI Day, to explore how AI is impacting accessibility. Learn more.
MermaidAI
There are many great new tools available to assist developers, one of them being Mermaid AI. This AI chart generator uses artificial intelligence to automatically generate diagrams from text prompts, code, or structured data. Explore What is an AI Diagram Generator? Benefits and Use Cases to learn more.
Ziotag
Another tool David and Mark discussed was Ziotag, an AI-powered video player. This generative AI-powered accessible video platform makes the information contained within video and audio content accessible to everyone. Learn more about Ziotag.
