Dylan Barrell

Dylan Barrell is the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Deque Systems, Inc., a position he has held since January 2010. In this role, he leads product development initiatives aimed at creating accessible web applications and content, thereby promoting a barrier-free digital environment for developers, quality assurance engineers, and content creators.1

Professional Background

• Deque Systems, Inc. (CTO since 2010): Focuses on making digital products accessible through innovative tools and practices.
• Time to Market (Principal, 2008-2009): Provided consulting for startups, including software development and market strategies.
• Borders Group Inc. (Director of Digital Business, 2007-2008): Led efforts to integrate digital products into Borders' offerings.
• Open Text (Various roles from 2000-2004): Managed product marketing and product management for their Livelink platform.

Contributions

Dylan is noted for creating axe-core, a widely used accessibility testing engine, and authoring The Agile Accessibility Handbook. He also invented Amaze, a tool that aids in developing accessible software.1 His work significantly impacts the field of digital accessibility, aiming to ensure that all users can interact with technology effectively.

Education

He holds a degree from the University of the Witwatersrand, which has contributed to his expertise in technology and product development.1

Dylan actively participates in discussions about accessibility innovation and has been featured in various industry events and podcasts focusing on making technology more inclusive.23