Creative Problem-Solving: A Study with Blind and Low Vision Software Professionals
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| author | Kohl, Karina Cha, Yoonha Jackson, Victoria Branham, Stacy van der Hoek, André Prikladnicki, Rafael |
| author_facet | Kohl, Karina Cha, Yoonha Jackson, Victoria Branham, Stacy van der Hoek, André Prikladnicki, Rafael |
| contents | Background: Software engineering requires both technical skills and creative problem-solving. Blind and low-vision software professionals (BLVSPs) encounter numerous workplace challenges, including inaccessible tools and collaboration hurdles with sighted colleagues. Objective: This study explores the innovative strategies employed by BLVSPs to overcome these accessibility barriers, focusing on their custom solutions and the importance of supportive communities. Methodology: We conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 BLVSPs and used reflexive thematic analysis to identify key themes. Results: Findings reveal that BLVSPs are motivated to develop creative and adaptive solutions, highlighting the vital role of collaborative communities in fostering shared problem-solving. Conclusion: For BLVSPs, creative problem-solving is essential for navigating inaccessible work environments, in contrast to sighted peers, who pursue optimization. This study enhances understanding of how BLVSPs navigate accessibility challenges through innovation. |
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| spellingShingle | Creative Problem-Solving: A Study with Blind and Low Vision Software Professionals Kohl, Karina Cha, Yoonha Jackson, Victoria Branham, Stacy van der Hoek, André Prikladnicki, Rafael Software Engineering Background: Software engineering requires both technical skills and creative problem-solving. Blind and low-vision software professionals (BLVSPs) encounter numerous workplace challenges, including inaccessible tools and collaboration hurdles with sighted colleagues. Objective: This study explores the innovative strategies employed by BLVSPs to overcome these accessibility barriers, focusing on their custom solutions and the importance of supportive communities. Methodology: We conducted semi-structured interviews with 30 BLVSPs and used reflexive thematic analysis to identify key themes. Results: Findings reveal that BLVSPs are motivated to develop creative and adaptive solutions, highlighting the vital role of collaborative communities in fostering shared problem-solving. Conclusion: For BLVSPs, creative problem-solving is essential for navigating inaccessible work environments, in contrast to sighted peers, who pursue optimization. This study enhances understanding of how BLVSPs navigate accessibility challenges through innovation. |
| title | Creative Problem-Solving: A Study with Blind and Low Vision Software Professionals |
| topic | Software Engineering |
| url | https://arxiv.org/abs/2501.19380 |