Stories by Staff Reporter

Duncan Worrell, writing for Zoocha, examines Drupal’s frequent updates, explaining how its modular structure and open-source development model contribute to continuous improvements. Updates ensure security, performance, and new features, with minor updates occurring every six months and major upgrades every two years. While updates can introduce occasional bugs due to module interoperability, they are essential for maintaining a stable and secure Drupal website. ...more

Alberto Ortega, writing for Metadrop, explains how to integrate the Voiceflow AI chatbot into Drupal using the Voiceflow module. The module allows users to enable or disable the chatbot, connect it via a Project ID, and define exclusion paths. Additionally, the Voiceflow Index submodule provides advanced content control, allowing administrators to specify which content is indexed for chatbot responses. The integration enhances user interaction by automating support with AI-driven responses. ...more

Drupal 7 is now officially retired, leaving websites vulnerable without security updates. Grazitti Interactive urges a move to Drupal 10 for better performance, security, and modern features. Is your site ready for the upgrade? ...more

DrupalCamp England 2025 gathered Drupal experts and enthusiasts at the University of Cambridge for a day of innovation and learning. Highlights included AI-driven advancements, the unveiling of "Swarms" for AI-powered workflows, and discussions on UX, open-source contributions, and Drupal recipes. The event concluded with Annertech announcing two fully funded scholarships for 2026. ...more

DrupalCamp NJ 2025 will take place from March 13-15 at Princeton University, featuring training sessions, industry talks, and collaboration opportunities for Drupal professionals. Attendees can participate in full-day and half-day training on Drupal CMS, advanced site building, and Google Analytics 4. Registration is now open, with limited availability for training sessions. ...more

Backdrop CMS continues to refine the editor experience with ten key workflow enhancements. Tips from Tim Erickson include customizing CKEditor, using the Simplify module, and improving admin views for a cleaner interface. Additional tweaks like Filter Permissions, Paragraphs styling, and alternative admin themes further optimize content management. ...more

Software development timelines frequently extend beyond initial estimates due to planning, code reviews, testing, and deployment. A recent article by 1xINTERNET explains how the "40-40-20 rule" helps break down the time required for each phase, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and accurate project planning. ...more

FOSSBackstage 2025 will bring together global experts to discuss governance, compliance, diversity, and security in open-source development. The two-day Berlin event offers workshops, panels, and networking opportunities for sustainable FOSS projects. Attendees will explore strategies for collaboration, legal frameworks, and community growth. ...more

DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 is around the corner, and Alejandro Madrigal is ready! From AI-powered site building to next-gen navigation, see what’s on his must-attend list. ...more

James Oakley successfully migrated his website from Drupal 7 to Drupal 10, skipping intermediate versions after years of planning. He took the opportunity to restructure content, optimize Views, and transition to modern layouts. Choosing Drupal 10 over Drupal 11 due to module compatibility, he now enjoys improved workflows, better caching, and enhanced theming. ...more