Announcing the eBraille Candidate Release
After more than two years of collaboration, research, and refinement, we are thrilled to announce the publication of the eBraille Candidate Release! This milestone marks the penultimate step before the finalization of the complete eBraille specification, bringing us closer than ever to a standardized digital braille format designed for modern accessibility.
The journey to this point has been a global effort, with contributions from individuals and organizations dedicated to advancing braille literacy and digital accessibility. In September 2024 we released the first Public Working Draft, and since then, we have received invaluable feedback from the community. The response has been overwhelmingly positive, affirming the need for a structured, adaptable format that meets the diverse needs of braille readers worldwide.
The Candidate Release reflects not only our initial vision but also the insights and expertise of braille transcribers, technology developers, educators, and end users. It incorporates refinements based on real-world testing and feedback, ensuring that eBraille is both technically sound and practically useful.
Now, we invite you once again to review this latest draft and share your thoughts via the project GitHub page or by joining the mailing list and monthly meetings. Your feedback at this stage is crucial as we work toward finalizing the complete specification. The future of digital braille is taking shape, and with your help, we can ensure that eBraille is a robust, effective, and widely adopted standard.
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this journey so far. We are excited to take this next step together!