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Re:Launch HN: Hyperbeam API (YC W22) – Multiplayer embeds of... by ScottyFillups on Tuesday February 22, 2022 @03:44PM (#30433471)
Thank you!

> Have you considered the accessibility ramifications of this, e.g. for blind people using screen readers?

We are considering the accessibility ramifications now since we've pivoted toward a general API. We didn't focus on accessibility for blind people initially because we were building a watch party platform.

I think offering accessibility features would give us a massive edge against technologies like screenshare! Is there a specific use-case you're thinking of?

Re:Launch HN: Hyperbeam API (YC W22) – Multiplayer embeds of... by mwcampbell on Tuesday February 22, 2022 @03:48PM (#30433533)
> Is there a specific use-case you're thinking of?

The OP mentioned a tutoring use case. If you're going to sell this to educational institutions or companies that serve them, at least in the US, then accessibility is important.

Re:Launch HN: Hyperbeam API (YC W22) – Multiplayer embeds of... by ScottyFillups on Tuesday February 22, 2022 @03:55PM (#30433626)
I see. Sorry! I got excited and went in founder mode — for a moment I thought you had a problem we could solve for you :)

Thank you for stressing the importance of accessibility. We're really impressed with the quality of the questions so far.