People who utilize adaptive technology have to resort to specially designed applications because the websites and software do not meet their accessibility needs. That’s why blind developers are very welcomed in the blind community. Not only do they create applications that often excel past the mainstream while being accessible, there's a level of security when a visually impaired computer user purchases an app from a visually impaired developer. Chicken Nugget is one of many apps developed by the company Accessible Apps. They are the makers of Qread, an accessible EText reader for the blind, Qfeed, an accessible RSS reader, Qcast, an accessible podcatcher, Hope, an accessible interface to Pandora, and other software and add-ons that are screen reader friendly. Chicken Nugget, which is an accessible Twitter application, has been updated to 3.0 today. The list of features and enhancements are so vast Accessible Apps says that this update is the biggest Nugget update they have had to date.
This is our largest nugget update ever, check the changelog for details that just wouldn't fit in a tweet.
— Accessible Apps (@AccessibleApps) August 26, 2015According to the website, the list of changes include an assortment of UI improvements, stability improvements, and new features. Some of the changes are, long DMs, scheduled tweets using the Buffer service, quoted tweets, muting windows 10, account sound packs, and many more, spanning a vast array of features and fixes. Accessible Apps have also made it easier to track and fix bugs going forward as well.
One thing not mentioned in the changelog that I'm particularly proud of is a new test suite which makes finding and squashing bugs easier.
— Accessible Apps (@AccessibleApps) August 26, 2015Accessible Apps have even added a new sound pack for users to enjoy.
Along with everything else, check out the new soundpack, titled Paradigm, accessible in options or account soundpack settings. #Nugget3
— Accessible Apps (@AccessibleApps) August 26, 2015Many users have downloaded the free update and really enjoy the speed it sports and the features it introduces.
Really liking the newest #ChickenNugget update. There are things in it I didn't expect and will definitely enjoy. Thanks. @Accessibleapps
— Bobbi Blood (@phantom_flutist) August 26, 2015At the time of this writing the price to purchase a license that includes free upgrades is $15.00. Accessible Apps, in addition to releasing their new software, have also updated their source code repository. This source code database is a valuable tool for any developer looking to make an accessible desktop application.
