Accessible Means Hackable
summary
A programmer loses the ability to type in 2015 and learns to dictate code with Talon, customizing macros, a phonetic alphabet, an indexed clipboard and repeat commands. The narrative shows that Talon restores research productivity (PhD work, papers) but introduces vocal strain and requires private offices and time to learn. It also documents diabetic hackers creating closed-loop insulin systems by repurposing Medtronic pumps and the industry resistance despite recent FDA interoperability designations.
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chapters (15)
- 0:00Introduction to accessible means hackable
- 1:10My coding to voice journey
- 3:18Why hackable tools matter
- 7:12Talon voice coding system
- 9:18Blind programmers' setups
- 11:05Adaptive tech limits
- 16:24Profit vs accessibility
- 18:31Contempt for accessibility
- 19:54Patronizing attitudes
- 22:45Supporting disabled coders
- 24:27Hacker hand care
- 30:50Hand pain unbearable
- 33:00Living with chronic pain
- 36:51Disability adaptation myths
- 37:33Q&A
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