For many years, we have had the ability to use electronic files to store and retrieve braille. Perhaps the most well-known file format for this purpose is BRF. However, working with these files presents a number of challenges, from the point of view of both embossing in hard copy and reading on electronic braille devices.
The recently released eBraille standard from the DAISY consortium addresses many of these challenges.
In this session, we will hear from Willow Free, Tactile Technology Product Manager at APH and Co-Chair of the DAISY eBraille Working Group. Willow will give a brief history of the eBraille project, explain how the standard works today, describe how to create and obtain eBraille files, and provide an overview of where eBraille is currently supported. Particular topics will include:
- The differences between a BRF file and an eBraille file
- Converting BRF files to eBraille, and the limitations of this process
- Some products and tools which currently support reading and creating eBraille files
There will be an opportunity for you to ask questions at the end of the session.
To join by phone, please use these details:
- Phone number: 0131 460 1196
- Meeting ID: 815 7769 8751
- Passcode: 123456