Top 5 Reasons to Attend DrupalCon Singapore 2024

Still, caught up on deciding whether to attend the prestigious and the most final Drupal Conference of the year?

DrupalCon Singapore 2024 is in just over a month and will be set up in the luxurious PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, overlooking Singapore's dynamic Central Business District. Scheduled from 9-11 December 2024, this three-day conference is hailed as a premier Open Source gathering featuring Drupal as its center of attraction. Network, Learn, and Collaborate remain the keywords that embody the essence of this global gathering. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should attend DrupalCon Singapore 2024.

The DrupalCon Singapore 2024 Insights

DrupalCon Singapore 2024 will be an epic gathering to learn more about Drupal, keep up with the latest updates and even get introduced to an open-source platform that organisations around the world rely on every single day. Starting from the 'State of Drupal' presentation popularly known as Driesnote where the founder and project lead of Drupal, Dries Buytaert will deliver his most anticipated keynote before the release of Drupal CMS v1.

The other keynotes and sessions at DrupalCon Singapore 2024 are crafted around cutting-edge topics, including behaviour-driven development automation, sustainability in digital marketing, multi-language site building, and advancements in Drupal’s new “Starshot” project. Attendees can also expect sessions on optimising Drupal SEO, accessible design, and innovative AI integrations for enhancing user experience. With sessions on essential topics like decoupled Drupal, real-time SEO updates, and empathetic digital design, the conference provides practical, high-level insights into the evolving Drupal ecosystem.

For the full schedule, visit the DrupalCon Singapore 2024 website.

Networking Opportunities

Attendees can connect with like-minded professionals and Open source and Drupal enthusiasts at DrupalCon Singapore 2024. The event can be your ticket to a much better career aligning with your passion and future goals. Beyond the sessions, DrupalCon will host social events and contribution sprints that foster networking. The Agency Leaders Dinner at DrupalCon Singapore 2024 is an exclusive networking event for senior leaders from Drupal-focused agencies and related companies. It’s designed for strategic discussions on industry trends and collaboration, with special guests like Drupal’s founder, Dries Buytaert. Limited to two leaders per organisation, it offers a unique, high-level networking opportunity. For more information, visit https://events.drupal.org/singapore2024/agency-leaders-dinner.

First Splash Awards in Asia

DrupalCon Singapore 2024 will host the first-ever Splash Awards in Asia, celebrating outstanding achievements within the Drupal community in Asia. This prestigious award ceremony will spotlight the best Drupal sites developed across the continent, allowing local teams to gain recognition on an international stage. With nominees announced on November 18, the awards offer a unique opportunity for developers in Asia to showcase their most innovative and impactful projects. Submit your work here.

Polish your Skills

DrupalCon Singapore 2024 offers full-day training courses on December 11, designed for hands-on learning in three core areas: Site Building, Module Development, and Headless Drupal. Led by expert trainers, these sessions cover skills like building Drupal sites, developing custom modules, and creating a decoupled Drupal-React project. Each course provides attendees with foundational tools and advanced knowledge to take on diverse Drupal development challenges. To learn more about these interactive sessions, click here.

Giving Back to the Community

At DrupalCon Singapore 2024, participants can actively contribute back to the community through hands-on Mentored, First Time, and General Contribution sessions. Held on December 11, these sessions provide opportunities for both new and experienced contributors to collaborate on Drupal’s core projects, gaining practical experience and fostering community growth. Contributions aren’t limited to coding; attendees can also engage in mentorship and other volunteer roles, reinforcing DrupalCon Singapore 2024’’s inclusive, collaborative spirit.

While these are the highlights there are a few other unmissable reasons for you to catch DrupalCon Singapore 2024 this year. DrupalCon Singapore 2024 empowers attendees to explore the latest in Drupal features, with direct learning from industry pioneers on new modules and upcoming updates. The event will feature booths from leading organisations offering specialised tools, development resources, and security solutions. Beyond the conference, participants can dive into Singapore’s vibrant attractions—from cultural landmarks to culinary delights—making it an enriching experience for both professional growth and exploration.

Having read this, it's time to look for flight schedules, learn about the weather in Singapore in December, and prepare an itinerary for all the sessions you would like to listen to and all the locations you would like to explore. Grab your tickets to DrupalCon Singapore 2024 before November 8 with a 20% discount on the ticket price. Get your tickets now.

"Come for the code, stay for the community!"