Ismail Ismail

Bridging the Gap Between Code and Accessibility.

I am a professional WordPress developer and digital accessibility QA consultant dedicated to building robust, inclusive web experiences. With a deep technical background, I specialize in crafting custom themes and plugins that not only perform seamlessly but are meticulously tested to meet the highest accessibility standards.

My journey in web development has always been guided by a singular principle: the internet should be usable by everyone. I combine technical rigor with a profound understanding of WCAG guidelines to ensure that digital spaces are welcoming, functional, and equitable.

Portrait of Ismail Ismail at his workstation

My Mission

My mission is to make the web more usable and editable for all users, regardless of ability. I strive to educate, advocate, and implement inclusive design practices from the foundation up, ensuring that accessibility is never an afterthought, but a core component of every digital product.

How I Work

I employ a collaborative, transparent process tailored to each client and organization. From initial audits to final deployment, I ensure clear communication and actionable insights.

  • Comprehensive Auditing: Identifying barriers using automated tools and manual testing with assistive technologies.
  • Strategic Implementation: Developing custom WordPress solutions that remediate issues and establish a solid, accessible foundation.
  • Ongoing Support: Providing training and resources to maintain accessibility standards long-term.

Tools & Technologies

A selection of the languages, platforms, and assistive technologies I use daily to build and test accessible digital experiences.

WordPressGutenbergHTMLCSSJSPHPPythonCursorReplitGitHubNVDAJAWSWAVEaxe DevToolsLighthouse

AI skills

I use AI where it measurably saves time or catches problems earlier — never as a replacement for human review, and never for accessibility decisions that need a real screen reader.

  • AI-assisted development

    Building and refactoring WordPress and front-end code with tools like Cursor, Copilot-style assistants, and Lovable — faster delivery with code I still review line by line.

  • Prompt engineering

    Writing precise, reusable prompts for code, content, and QA tasks, so the output is consistent instead of a lucky one-off.

  • AI for accessibility QA

    Triaging automated scan results, drafting alt text and clear error messages, and turning raw findings into prioritised remediation reports.

  • AI content workflows

    Drafting, EN/BG translation, and SEO structuring for WordPress content — with human editing before anything goes live.

Talks & community

I speak regularly in the Bulgarian WordPress community about web accessibility — what it actually requires, and why it pays off for every business and every website.

  1. 2019

    WordCamp Plovdiv

    Web accessibility and why it matters for business

    Accessibility is not a legal checkbox — it widens your audience, improves SEO, and reduces support load.

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  2. Community talk

    WordPress Meetup Sofia

    Accessibility as a business advantage

    How teams can build accessibility into everyday WordPress work instead of paying for it later as a fix.

  3. Community talk

    WordPress Meetup Plovdiv

    Why every website needs accessibility

    A practical walkthrough of the barriers real users hit — and the simple changes that remove most of them.

Media & publications

Interviews and features about accessible web development, and about how people with visual impairments can build a career in IT.

  • BNR — Hristo Botev, “Nashiyat Den” · 2023

    “Web accessibility as a profession and a personal mission”

    A radio interview with Hristina Simeonova on Bulgarian National Radio about screen readers, WCAG, the weak spots of Bulgarian institutional websites, and my work in the WordPress community. Full conversation available as audio.

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  • Digital Stories — a project by Georgi Karamanev · 2024

    “The Unseen Code”

    A long-form feature on my path into WordPress and web accessibility, and on the professional opportunities open to people with visual impairments in IT.

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  • Jump.BG Blog · Interview

    “Does web accessibility matter (eAccessibility)?”

    An interview about what accessibility means in practice for website owners, and about my work in the Bulgarian WordPress community.

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  • Jump.BG Blog · Guide

    “Web Accessibility Best Practices”

    A practical guide to the most effective accessibility patterns for websites — from semantic structure and keyboard navigation to contrast, focus states, and screen-reader-friendly content.

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Community & volunteering

I believe in giving back to the communities that helped me grow. Organising, speaking, and volunteering are how I help keep the web open and accessible for everyone.

  • Organiser & volunteer

    WordCamp Sofia

    Part of the team behind WordCamp Sofia — helping run the local WordPress conference and supporting the community that first taught me the value of open-source collaboration.

  • Speaker & volunteer

    OpenFest

    Speaker and volunteer at OpenFest, Bulgaria's open-source conference, promoting open culture, free software, and digital accessibility for all.

  • Open source enthusiast

    Open-source supporter

    Active supporter of open-source software and culture — using, contributing to, and advocating for tools that keep the web transparent, affordable, and accessible.

  • Community member

    IT community & WordCamp Europe

    An active part of the broader IT and WordPress communities, including WordCamp Europe, learning from others and sharing what accessibility means in practice.

Licenses & certifications

Formal training behind the work — web development, WordPress, QA, analytics, and digital marketing. Every credential links to the issuer for verification.

Beyond work

When I'm not building or auditing websites, I recharge through sport, games, and creative hands-on projects.

BowlingGamingJUDOVape coding

Ready to build something accessible?

Whether you need a full accessibility audit or a custom WordPress solution, I'm here to help.

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