Double Tap Your Feedback: Sound Recognition, NVDA Scripting, and the Truth About Workplace Inclusion
Steven Scott and Shaun Preece dive into the ongoing challenges surrounding blind employment, sparked by the launch of Be My Eyes Workplace. Listener Mike Calvo offers a candid critique about cultural biases and the limits of tech in moving the employment needle, while others share excitement about new tools that can ease daily work tasks.
The episode also covers sound recognition accuracy, whether NVDA can replace JAWS for some roles, the sustainability of community add-ons in the era of AI coding, and real-life frustrations like iPad display failures. Insightful listener messages highlight both optimism and scepticism about technology’s ability to create meaningful change in employment for blind and visually impaired professionals.
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Relevant Links
Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com
NV Access (NVDA): https://www.nvaccess.org
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About Double Tap
Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.
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