Beyond Blocks Podcast: Niklas Franke and His DrupalCon Debut
The recent episode of the Beyond Blocks podcast with the host Oliver Davies delves into the impactful contributions of Niklas Franke, Digital Marketing Manager at Factorial and a fellow speaker at DrupalCon Lille. The podcast primarily focuses on the multiple sessions conducted by Franke and sponsored by Factorial in his first DrupalCon.
Franke's first session at the event focused on promoting community engagement for non-technical Drupal enthusiasts, particularly those in marketing, design, or business-related roles. He also shares extensive experience organizing Splash Awards, honouring exceptional Drupal projects in various countries. Drawing from his involvement with the German organizing committee, Franke passionately discusses the history and growth of the Splash Awards, providing practical insights to inspire local Drupal communities to host their editions of the prestigious event.
Additionally, Franke addresses the essential work benefits valued by software developers, emphasizing ways organizations can create an environment that caters to developers' specific needs to enhance productivity and satisfaction, drawing from his experiences at Factorial.
Listen to the podcast here.