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What comes to mind when you think about working in technology?

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- Screen readers

- Voice recognition software

- Ergonomic workstations

- Remote work opportunities

These technologies are in place because people with disabilities are using their skills and their experiences to bring them into the tech space. These technologies benefit not only those with disabilities but everyone!

Haben Girma (Harvard Law's first deafblind graduate) gives us a lesson.

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I've lived with severe anxiety and panic disorder since the age of about 5. School was difficult because I was always afraid of bad things happening. I went to college, but anxiety overwhelmed me. I knew I could learn, but I wasn't sure how I could have a career when I was afraid of everything. My brothers had a small tech company and they gave me a job. All I had to do was work from home and learn as much about technology in 1996 as I could. This was the beginning of what is now a 28 year career in tech.

I don't have a college degree, but I know a lot about computers and programming.

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an anxious person overwhelmed by being around a lot of people.

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1. Technical Support Specialist - Help others solve computer problems

2. Web Developer - Create websites and web applications

3. Content Creator - YouTube, Podcasting, Blogging

4. Quality Assurance Tester - Test software and games

5. Accessibility Consultant - Focus on ensuring websites, apps, and tools are accessible for all users.

6. AI Trainer- Work on teaching AI systems by tagging or categorizing data.

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FreeCodeCamp.org

- Free coding courses

- Self-paced learning

- Certification programs

Microsoft Learn

- Free technology courses

- Accessibility features

- Industry-recognized certifications

Grow with Google

- Free digital skills courses

Google Digital Garage

- Free digital skills training

- Flexible learning options

- Professional certificates

Coursera

Python for Data Science for free

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Kickstart your learning of Python for data science, as well as programming in general, with this beginner-friendly introduction to Python. Python is one of the world's most popular programming languages, and there has never been greater demand for professionals with the ability to apply Python fundamentals to drive business solutions across industries.

This course will take you from zero to programming in Python in a matter of hours-no prior programming experience necessary! You will learn Python fundamentals, including data structures and data analysis, complete hands-on exercises throughout the course modules, and create a final project to demonstrate your new skills. By the end of this course, you'll feel comfortable creating basic programs, working with data, and solving real-world problems in Python. You'll gain a strong foundation for more advanced learning in the field, and develop skills to help advance your career. This course can be applied to multiple Specialization or Professional Certificate programs. Completing this course will count towards your learning in any of the following programs: IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate Applied Data Science Specialization IBM Data Science Professional Certificate Upon completion of any of the above programs, in addition to earning a Specialization completion certificate from Coursera, you'll also receive a digital badge from IBM recognizing your expertise in the field.

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Python for Data Science, AI & Development

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Kickstart your learning of Python for data science, as well as programming in general, with this beginner-friendly introduction to Python. Python is one of the world's most popular programming languages, and there has never been greater demand for professionals with the ability to apply Python fundamentals to drive business solutions across industries.

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What starts as a seed, grows into a tree!

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What starts as a seed, grows into a tree!

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1. Start Small

- Begin with basic courses

- Work on personal projects

- Join online communities

2. Use Your Strengths

- Different perspectives are valuable

- Problem-solving skills

- Attention to detail

3. Network

- Join tech groups

- Connect with mentors

- Participate in online forums

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- Teach Access (teachaccess.org)

- Lime Connect (limeconnect.com) -

- DO-IT Program (washington.edu/doit)

Learning Platforms with Accessibility Features

- Coursera

- edX

- Khan Academy

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Disability creates a constraint, and embracing constraints spurs inventive solutions.

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Disability creates a constraint, and embracing constraints spurs inventive solutions.

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The career of Vint Cerf, one of the fathers of the internet, highlights this point.

Mr Cerf is hearing-impaired, and his disability influenced his work developing the internet. Back in the 1980s, deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals searched for a good alternative to communicating over the telephone. Mr Cerf spearheaded the creation of the first commercial email service, allowing him to communicate with family members and colleagues without straining to hear.

source Braceworks

https://braceworks.ca/2022/02/27/health-tech/people-with-disabilities-drive-innovation/