How to Run an Automated React WCAG 2.1 Audit

Building web applications that are accessible to all users is not just a best practice—it's a global legal requirement. In this guide, we'll discuss how to run an automated React WCAG 2.1 audit to identify and resolve common layout barriers.

The Problem: Unreachable Elements & Missing Semantics

Interactive elements like buttons or dropdown triggers often lack keyboard support. When developers use non-semantic HTML tags, keyboard users get stuck.

Bad Code (Inaccessible):

Good Code (Accessible):

Automating Audits in CI/CD with Graphist

Instead of manually tabbing through every page layout, Graphist parses your codebase AST on every commit, traces focus flows, and flags WCAG violations automatically before they hit production.

graph TD
    Commit[Git Commit] --> Parse[AST Parser]
    Parse --> Check[WCAG 2.1 AA Auditor]
    Check --> Alert[Interactive Focus Path Map]

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