> Sure, you can make a non-JS fallback version of your interactive elements, but that often takes twice as long This is largely just not true and the results a

> Sure, you can make a non-JS fallback version of your interactive elements, but that often takes twice as long This is largely just not true and the results are often no-entirely-legal. The majority of interactive controls can be supported by extending and styling bone stock html and using progressive enhancement. The only way it takes less time to roll your own solution for most of these components is when you don't bother implementing accessibility for your controls. That isn't just a few esoteric users at this point, you are now brushing up against the ADA and have just exposed your site to potential legal action, lawsuits, and a big honking fine. (Not to mention the fact that you being an ass to a bunch of people who need that functionality.)