Overview
Pop ups, cookie banners, floating chat bubbles, and some horrors not even conceived yet have become the digital jump scares of the web. These patterns are often defended as “engagement drivers,” but in practice they frustrate users, slow down sites, and create accessibility barriers.
This talk takes a look at the worst offenders, why they cause real harm, and how we can do better. With practical examples and an unhinged rant or two, you’ll gain the knowledge to take a bad pattern and turn it into a good one!
Objective
Show how to replace annoying UI patterns with accessible and user friendly alternatives.
Things Audience Members Will Learn
- Why pop ups, banners overlays, and more frustrate users and hurt performance
- Accessibility problems caused by these patterns
- Why these patterns exist in the first place
- Practical alternatives that still meet engagement goals
- Examples of respectful onboarding, consent, and notifications
Target Audience
Designers, developers, and product managers who want to build a friendlier web.