Mohammed Chowdhury
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Professional Summary:
Web Accessibility Testing Analyst with over Seven (8) years of proven experience in ADA, manual and automated testing for Document, web based and mobile applications.
Expertise in remediating Documentation such PDF, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Expertise in remediating accessibility issues to ensure compliance with W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2/2.1/2.0 and proficient in Section 508 accessibility standards.
Extensive experience in Adobe Acrobat pro/DC and commonLook for PDF documents.
Extensive experience in following methodologies, including visual analysis, manual execution of scripts, assistive technology reviews, color sampling, color contrast analyzer, keyboard only input, and code reviews on mobile and web applications.
Performed Compliance Testing with Accessibility Life Cycle and Accessibility Best Practices.
Excellent knowledge in working with Assistive technologies - JAWS, NVDA, Mac Voice Over, iOS Voice Over, Talkback and Zoom Text, and experienced in WAI-ARIA implementation.
Experienced leading offshore accessibility testing team.
Solid experience with ARIA Semantics Enhancement to help assistive technologies.
Experienced in Documentation testing and Remediation of PDF and Word file testing by using Acrobat Pro.
Experienced in creating Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates (VPAT), and using HP ALM, JIRA and VSTS to logging and reporting defects.
Proficient in Automation Accessibility tools Wave, AXE, Dragon and Accessibility Checker.
Thorough knowledge with Automation tool Selenium web driver with Java for Smoke and Regression testing in different test environments to automated cross browser.
Familiar with Agile/SCRUM and Waterfall methodologies, and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
Experienced in writing SQL queries in Oracle SQL database.
Experienced in testing and resolution of issues in standard testing and annual audits scans.
Experienced with mobile testing (iso/Voice Over/Android /Talkback)
Technical Skills:
Testing Tools:
NVDA, JAWS, Voiceover, Talkback, Access assistant, Dragon Naturally Speaking, WAVE, Evinced, AMP, Axe DevTools, Fonts Ninja, Accessibility Insight, Contrast Analyzer, High contrast, Zoom text,Adobe Acrobat Pro, CommonLook, ALM, JIRA, VSTS, Selenium WebDriver
Bug Reporting Tools:
HP Quality Center (QC), ALM, VSTS, JIRA
Sub-Automation Tools
ANDI, Bookmarklets
Languages:
HTML, CSS, WAI-ARIA, Javascript and SQL
Methodologies:
Agile, Scrum, Waterfall
Applications:
PDF, MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, SharePoint
Certifications:
●DHS Trusted Tester V5, Certification Number TT-2006-01023
●IAAP CPACC January 18th 2024
Professional Experience:
Section 508 Compliance SME (Hybrid)
Office Of Comptroller of Currency
Dec 2024 -Present
Key Responsibilities:
●Analyzed PDF,Word, PowerPoint and Excel documents for 508 compliance.
●Remediated PDF documents with Adobe Acrobat Pro and CommonLook Plugin.
●Tested the applications for conformance with WCAG 2.2/2.1.
●Used testing tools such as JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over, Talkback, Dragon and Color Contrast Analyzer for accessibility testing.
●Involved in Access Assistance and AMP tools to detect issues and generate reports.
●Analyzed functional requirements and prepared accessibility test cases for mobile and web applications.
●Tested accessibility issues in the front end for online customer service and internal service with W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
●Ensured all web contents are Perceivable, Operable, Understandable and Robust.
●Conducted comprehensive accessibility testing against the WCAG 2.2 Level A & AA success Criteria and other requirements under US ADA laws.
●Using Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect the accessibility failure.
●Provided technical guidance and recommended suitable remediation for fixing accessibility defects/issues.
●Utilized following methodologies, including visual analysis, manual execution of scripts, assistive technology reviews, color sampling, keyboard only input, and code reviews.
●Provided the HTML and CSS code suggestion to make the application accessible.
●Implemented WAI-ARIA Semantic Enhancement.
●Used Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect the accessibility failure.
●Provided necessary training to the development team as per ADA law and WCAG guidelines.
●Tracked, documented and reported defects occurred during test execution.
●Worked closely with the design team and provided inputs/suggestions to make elements accessible for all ability users.
●Reviewed the Mockup design and provided feedback.
●Reviewed the High-fidelity wireframe and consulted with designer how to make page more accessible
●Involved in Testing and Remediation of PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint by using Adobe Acrobat Pro.
●Defined and analyzed the test requirements based on the application functionality and developed test plans, test cases and test scripts.
●Followed the standard software testing life cycle (STLC) for a smooth QA process.
●Developed SQL Queries to retrieve test data from different databases.
●Regularly followed up with the development team to discuss discrepancies identified during testing.
●Responsible for weekly status to show the progress of the accessibility testing effort..
DMV NY
Accessibility Auditor (Hybrid)
March 2024 -December 2024
Key Responsibilities:
●Analyzed functional requirements and prepared accessibility test cases for mobile and web applications.
●Tested the applications for conformance with WCAG 2.1/2.0.
●Used testing tools such as JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over, Talkback, Dragon and Color Contrast Analyzer for accessibility testing.
●Involved in Access Assistance and AMP tools to detect issues and generate reports.
●Tested accessibility issues in the front end for online customer service and internal service with W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
●Ensured all web contents are Perceivable, Operable, Understandable and Robust.
●Conducted comprehensive accessibility testing against the WCAG 2.2 Level A & AA success Criteria and other requirements under US ADA laws.
●Using Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect the accessibility failure.
●Provided technical guidance and recommended suitable remediation for fixing accessibility defects/issues.
●Utilized following methodologies, including visual analysis, manual execution of scripts, assistive technology reviews, color sampling, keyboard only input, and code reviews.
●Provided the HTML and CSS code suggestion to make the application accessible.
●Implemented WAI-ARIA Semantic Enhancement.
●Used Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect the accessibility failure.
●Provided necessary training to the development team as per ADA law and WCAG guidelines.
●Tracked, documented and reported defects occurred during test execution.
●Worked closely with the design team and provided inputs/suggestions to make elements accessible for all ability users.
●Reviewed the Mockup design and provided feedback.
●Reviewed the High-fidelity wireframe and consulted with designer how to make page more accessible
●Involved in Testing and Remediation of PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint by using Adobe Acrobat Pro.
●Defined and analyzed the test requirements based on the application functionality and developed test plans, test cases and test scripts.
●Followed the standard software testing life cycle (STLC) for a smooth QA process.
●Developed SQL Queries to retrieve test data from different databases.
●Regularly followed up with development team to discuss discrepancies identified during testing.
●Responsible for weekly status to show the progress of the accessibility testing effort.
●Interacted with the QA managers for the regular update of the project.
Capgemini
Cleveland,OH(Remote)
July 2021 – January 16th 2024
Senior Accessibility QA Analyst/Accessibility lead
Key Responsibilities:
●Analyzed functional requirements and prepared accessibility test cases for mobile and web applications.
●Tested the applications for conformance with WCAG 2.1/2.0.
●Used testing tools such as JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over, Talkback and Color Contrast Analyzer for accessibility testing.
●Tested accessibility issues in the front end for online customer service and internal service with W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
●Ensured all web contents are Perceivable, Operable, Understandable and Robust.
●Conducted comprehensive accessibility testing against the WCAG 2.0 Level A & AA success Criteria and other requirements under US ADA laws.
●Using Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect the accessibility failure.
●Provided technical guidance and recommended suitable remediation for fixing accessibility defects/issues.
●Utilized following methodologies, including visual analysis, manual execution of scripts, assistive technology reviews, color sampling, keyboard only input, and code reviews.
●Provided the HTML and CSS code suggestion to make application accessible.
●Implemented WAI-ARIA Semantic Enhancement.
●Used Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect the accessibility failure.
●Provided necessary training to development team as per ADA law and WCAG guidelines.
●Tracked, documented and reported defects occurred during test execution.
●Worked closely with design team and provided inputs/suggestions to make elements accessible for all ability users.
●Acting as a offshore modal onshore team lead.
●Reviewed the Mockup design and provided feedback.
●Reviewed the High fidelity wire-frame and consulted with designer how to make page more accessible
●Involved in Testing and Remediation of PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint by using Adobe Acrobat Pro.
●Defined and analyzed the test requirements based on the application functionality and developed test plans, test cases and test scripts.
●Responsible for leading the offshore accessibility testing team for assigning task and completion.
●Followed the standard software testing life cycle (STLC) for a smooth QA process.
●Developed SQL Queries to retrieve test data from different databases.
●Regularly followed up with development team to discuss discrepancies identified during testing.
●Responsible for weekly status to show the progress of the accessibility testing effort.
●Interacted with the QA managers for the regular update of the project.
●Involved in Accessibility audit with scans team.
Exelon, Penns Grove, NJ January 2019 – June 2021
Accessibility Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
●Analyzed functional requirements and prepared accessibility test cases for mobile and web applications.
●Tested the applications for conformance with WCAG 2.1/2.0.
●Used testing tools such as JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over, Talkback and Color Contrast Analyzer for accessibility testing.
●Tested accessibility issues in the front end for online customers for Green Power Connection with W3C Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
●Ensured all web contents are Perceivable, Operable, Understandable and Robust.
●Conducted comprehensive accessibility testing against the WCAG 2.0 Level A & AA success Criteria and other requirements under US ADA laws.
●Using Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect the accessibility failure.
●Provided technical guidance and recommended suitable remediation for fixing accessibility defects/issues.
●Utilized following methodologies, including visual analysis, manual execution of scripts, assistive technology reviews, color sampling, keyboard only input, and code reviews.
●Provided the HTML and CSS code suggestion to make the application accessible.
●Implemented WAI-ARIA Semantic Enhancement.
●Used Sub-automation tool ANDI, Bookmarklets and Colour Contrast Analyser to detect accessibility failure.
●Provided necessary training to the development team as per ADA law and WCAG guidelines.
●Tracked, documented and reported defects occurred during test execution.
●Worked closely with design team and provided input/suggestions to make elements accessible for all ability users.
●Reviewed the Mockup design and provided feedback.
●Reviewed the High-fidelity wireframe and consulted with designer how to make page more accessible
●Involved in Testing and Remediation of PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint by using Adobe Acrobat Pro.
●Defined and analyzed the test requirements based on the application functionality and developed test plans, test cases and test scripts.
●Followed the standard software testing life cycle (STLC) for a smooth QA process.
●Developed SQL Queries to retrieve test data from different databases.
●Regularly followed up with the development team to discuss discrepancies identified during testing.
●Responsible for weekly status to show the progress of the accessibility testing effort.
●I interacted with the QA managers for the regular update of the project.
Deloitte, Mechanicsburg, PA November 2016 – December 2017
Functional Tester
Key Responsibilities:
●Performed Web Accessibility testing following WCAG 2.0 Level A and Level AA Standards.
●Developed and documented Web Accessibility testing to ensure compliance with Section 508 requirements and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
●Conducted Section 508 compliance assessments via manual reviews and using automated test tools and assistive technologies.
●Performed Web Accessibility Testing of PDF, WORD, PPT, Excel and all other E&IT uses JAWS in accordance with Section 508 compliance requirements.
●Reviewed section 508 compliance defects with developers and discussed possible resolutions.
●Conducted Accessibility compliance audits on web sites and mobile applications following WCAG 2.0 guidelines and Section 508 standards.
●Performed Mobile Accessibility testing based on Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 standard for iOS/Android using Voiceover and Talkback.
●Used ALM and JIRA for writing test scripts and logging defects.
●Performed Smoke, Functional, UI Testing, and Regression Testing.
●Worked on JAWS, NVDA, Voice Over, Talkback, Web developer toolbar and Color Contrast Analyzer.
●Documented plans and guidelines to provide support in Section 508 testing activities.