Conversational Semantics for the Web

Explore the future of web interactions in this 32-minute conference talk from CascadiaJS 2018. Discover how to prepare your websites for voice-based interactions and improve overall usability and accessibility. Learn about smart markup choices that enhance user experience without disrupting current workflows. Delve into topics such as the importance of semantic HTML elements, effective use of links and landmarks, proper form labeling and validation techniques, progressive enhancement strategies, and the significance of both client-side and server-side validation. Gain insights on implementing autofill features, handling required fields, and the crucial principle of never trusting client-side data alone. Equip yourself with the knowledge to create web experiences that are not only visually appealing but also fully functional in voice-based interactions.

Introduction
The humble element
Links
Landmarks
Form Labels
Field Types
Field Validation
Progressive Enhancement
Other Field Types
Forms
Autofill
Required
Browser Validation
Serverside Validation
Never Trust the Client
Conclusion