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13 January 2025

Celebrate Drupal CMS Launch with Your Creativity

The Drupal CMS Global Launch Party invites creators to showcase their creativity through photos, videos, or performances in the #drupalcmslaunch Slack channel. Standout entries during the January 15 livestream event will win exclusive Drupal swag. Join the celebration by registering for the livestream and making your mark on this historic moment!
Drupal’s Strengths in APIs and Contributed Modules Compared to Laravel and WordPress

Monarq’s blog explores how Drupal’s core features, APIs, and extensive contributed modules set it apart from Laravel and WordPress, offering a robust solution for complex content management and scalable web development.
Events of the Week: January 13 - 19, 2025

This week is buzzing with Drupal and CMS events! The CMS Kickoff 2025 on January 14-15 in St. Pete, Florida, offers masterclasses, talks, and networking. Celebrate Drupal’s 24th birthday on January 15 with global and local events, creative contests, and more. On January 18, meet up at the Drupal Delhi, Mumbai, and Jakarta events for learning and networking. Looking ahead, don’t miss the Drupal Bhopal Meetup on January 25 and the Global Contribution Weekend in Vienna on January 27, blending collaboration with pizza and whisky tasting!
LocalGov Drupal Highlights Open Source’s Role in Local Government Transformation

The post outlines best practices for maximizing open-source benefits, such as contributing code back to projects, adhering to open standards, and prioritizing long-term value
Drupal 11: Key Features and Updates – Insights from Viderity Blog

The Viderity blog highlights several key features of Drupal 11, including the introduction of Recipes, which streamline website development by combining modules, configurations, and content into customizable packages
Splash Awards Switzerland 2025 Submission Deadline Ends Tomorrow

The Splash Awards Switzerland 2025 submission deadline closes tomorrow, January 14. Celebrating Drupal innovation and excellence, the competition is open to projects live in 2023–2024 from entities in Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Winners will be unveiled at the awards night on March 11, 2025.

10 January 2025

Celebrate the Release of Drupal CMS 1.0 in Nagoya

The gathering will feature insightful presentations and discussions about Drupal's cutting-edge features and its potential in areas like IoT, AI, digital signage, and smartwatches
Two Accessibility Event Calendars Offer Inclusive 2025 Resources

AbilityNet and Disability:IN have launched 2025 calendars spotlighting disability-related events and awareness dates to foster inclusion and accessibility. AbilityNet's calendar emphasizes tech-driven solutions and public collaboration, while Disability:IN's global resource encourages businesses and individuals to actively support equitable opportunities. These tools aim to amplify awareness and promote inclusivity worldwide.
MidCamp 2025 Session Proposal Deadline Nears

MidCamp 2025, set for May 20-22, invites session proposals from all skill levels on topics like development, design, and open-source collaboration. Submissions are anonymized to ensure inclusivity, with scholarships available for speakers needing travel support. Visit the event page for guidelines and submission details.
Apply by Jan 31 to Lead at DrupalCon Atlanta’s Nonprofit Summit!

The Drupal Association invites nonprofit Drupal users to apply as breakout discussion leaders for the 2025 Nonprofit Summit at DrupalCon North America in Atlanta on March 24, 2025. Leaders will guide engaging discussions, sharing insights without formal speaking experience, and receive free DrupalCon tickets. Applications are open until January 31, 2025, with selected participants notified by mid-February.
Last Chance to Enter: DrupalCon Atlanta T-Shirt Design Competition Ends Today

Today is the final day to submit entries for the DrupalCon Atlanta T-shirt design competition! Showcase your creativity and compete to have your design featured on the official T-shirt, plus win a complimentary ticket to DrupalCon. Submit your entry by 23:59 UTC to leave your mark on the Drupal community!
Drupal Dev Days 2025: Take a Look at the Venue and Travel Options

Drupal Developer Days 2025 is set for April 15–18 at the Quadrivium building on KULeuven's Technology Campus in Leuven, Belgium. Nestled near the Arenberg castle park, the venue offers a blend of innovation and natural beauty. Plan your trip with easy transport options, including trains, buses, and cycling-friendly routes, and join the Drupal community for this flagship event!
Understanding Drupal 11 Prerequisites: Reflection API and PHP 8 Attributes

Yogesh Kushwaha explains the Reflection API and PHP 8 attributes, key prerequisites for Drupal 11 development. Learn how these features streamline metadata handling for hooks, blocks, and plugins in the latest Drupal version. Access the full tutorial and code examples online.
Pitfalls of Staying on Drupal 7 After EoL

Key takeaways include the cessation of security updates, leaving websites vulnerable to hackers
DSFederal Enhances HealthIT.gov for Improved Healthcare Communication

DSFederal’s case study details its decade-long collaboration with ONC to modernize HealthIT.gov using Drupal WCMS, resulting in enhanced usability, mobile responsiveness, and optimized information architecture to support better healthcare communication across the U.S.
Drupal 11 Local Multisite with DDEV: A Detailed Guide by Luciano Cossich

The guide begins with the initial setup, where Cossich demonstrates creating a project directory, configuring DDEV for Drupal, and installing essential tools like Drush and the Admin Toolbar module.
Octahedroid's Drupal 7 to 11+ Upgrade Checklist Offers Key Insights for Migration

Octahedroid has released a comprehensive checklist to guide organizations through the critical upgrade from Drupal 7 to Drupal 11+, ensuring security and modern functionality. The guide addresses migration challenges, custom module adaptations, and post-launch strategies, helping businesses safeguard their digital ecosystems. With Drupal 7's end-of-life nearing, this resource supports a seamless transition to future-ready web systems.
Drupal’s Role in the Future of Web Technologies

Scott Carpenter highlights Drupal’s adaptability to evolving web trends, exploring advancements in PHP, Symfony, AI integration, and security tools. Published by Optasy, the blog outlines strategies for businesses to leverage Drupal’s scalable and innovative platform.
A Step-by-Step Guide for WordPress to Drupal Migration

Ujjawal Laddha offers a detailed guide on migrating from WordPress to Drupal, covering benefits, challenges, and practical steps to ensure a seamless transition to Drupal’s flexible, scalable, and secure platform.
Alejandro Moreno López Reflects on a Year of Milestones, Travel, and Community Engagement

Alejandro Moreno López reviews a transformative 2024, marked by professional milestones with the Drupal Association, a return to Pantheon, participation in global events, and personal adventures, including a motorbike journey to Morocco and a retreat in Sri Lanka.
Essential Tips for Securing Your Drupal Website

Key recommendations include keeping Drupal core and contributed modules up to date, leveraging Composer for streamlined dependency management, and securing server technologies such as Apache and MySQL.

09 January 2025

Navigating Authentic Contribution in Open Source: A Call to Action

Carlos Ospina delves into the Drupal community's contribution culture, identifying "fakers"—those who inflate engagement without meaningful input—alongside "makers" and "takers." He highlights Drupal’s robust recognition system and calls for genuine efforts to avoid burdening maintainers. Drawing from his own experiences, Carlos urges contributors to focus on creating real value and fostering authentic participation in open source.
Drupal CMS Launch Party in Bogotá, Colombia

The Drupal community celebrates the new CMS launch with a live event in Bogotá and online via the Drupal Colombia Association YouTube channel. Key speakers, including Aldibier Morales, will showcase innovations, with support from sponsors like SeeD EM, Hiberus and Synergy. Register by January 14 to join this landmark occasion.
DrupalCMS v1.0 Launch Event Announced in Montreal

Evolving Web is celebrating the soft launch of Drupal CMS v1.0 on January 15, 2025, at its Montreal office, marking a pivotal advancement in Drupal's evolution. The event features engaging activities, Drupal-themed treats, and insights from CMS experts, offering a unique networking opportunity for the tech community. Join the festivities from 5 PM to 7 PM at 304 Rue Notre Dame E, Suite 401, Montréal—RSVP now to secure your spot!
CMS Kickoff 2025: Where the CMS Community Connects and Grows

The third annual CMS Kickoff will host 100 global CMS professionals at The James Museum, featuring top-tier speakers like Carrie Hane and Nicole France. The vendor-neutral event focuses on trends, actionable insights, and networking, with representation from leading organizations including ICANN, PayPal, and Contentful. Tickets are limited; register now to secure your spot.
SimplyTest.me: A Tool for Effortless Drupal Testing

SimplyTest.me offers a hassle-free way to test Drupal modules, themes, and distributions in sandbox environments, eliminating the need for local setup. With support for multiple versions, customizable configurations, and collaborative features, it streamlines development and fosters innovation. Highlighted by Keshav Patel, the free tool invites users to contribute and shape its future.
Accessibility Always a Focus in Drupal!

As DrupalCMS Version 1 approaches its January 15, 2025, launch, Gareth Alexander, Accessibility Tools Track Lead for Drupal Starshot, highlights the platform's strides in inclusivity. In an interview with The DropTimes, he discusses tools like EditoriA11y, designed to help content creators address accessibility issues seamlessly, and reflects on Drupal’s evolution into a robust, user-friendly CMS. With a focus on meeting standards like the European Accessibility Act, Gareth emphasizes the community’s role in championing accessibility, ensuring Drupal remains a leader in creating an inclusive digital world.
Understanding Headless Drupal: Architecture, Benefits, and Implementation

Vinmayi Swami explains the key aspects of Headless Drupal, including its decoupled architecture, performance benefits, scalability, and use cases like Progressive Web Apps and omnichannel delivery, along with setup and security considerations.
Sprint 2 Progress on Views Data Export Module Maintenance

Steven Jones outlines the outcomes of Sprint 2 in maintaining the Views Data Export module, including a 39% reduction in open issues, project page updates, and support request reviews.
Why Migrating from Drupal 7 Is Crucial After Its End of Life

Drupal 7 reached its end of life on January 5, 2025, leaving websites vulnerable to security threats, rising maintenance costs, and outdated technology. Specbee outlines the critical risks and urges businesses to migrate to Drupal 10 for improved performance, compatibility, and innovation.

08 January 2025

Farewell Drupal 7: Reflections on a Milestone in Web Development

In a reflective blog post titled "Drupal is Dead. Long Live Drupal!", developer Oliver Davies shared his personal connection to Drupal 7
AddWeb Solution Extends Support for Drupal 7 Through 2025

AddWeb Solution has announced extended support for Drupal 7, offering security patches, performance optimizations, and migration assistance beyond its January 2025 end-of-life. With over 700,000 sites still relying on the platform, this initiative ensures compliance and operational continuity for businesses planning future upgrades.
Drupal Toronto Hosts Global Launch of Drupal CMS

Drupal Toronto will host a full-day hybrid celebration featuring expert presentations, hands-on mentorship, and community networking. Highlights include sessions on low-code tools, AI-powered site building, and no-code automation, followed by an evening launch party. Free registration is open, but space is limited—RSVP now to secure your spot!
Varbase 10.0.3 Released: Simplifying Drupal Development

Varbase, the Drupal starter kit by Vardot, launches version 10.0.3, offering over 100 updates to streamline web development. Built on the DRY (Don’t Repeat Yourself) principle, it provides pre-configured modules for faster, standardized workflows, with regular updates keeping it ahead in delivering modern website solutions.
CivicActions Secures Contract Award for VA.gov Drupal CMS Support

CivicActions, in collaboration with MO Studio and MetroStar, will enhance the speed, stability, and scalability of the VA.gov Drupal platform under the SPRUCE contract. The initiative focuses on addressing publishing delays, improving workflows, and empowering content creators through training. CivicActions continues its commitment to delivering secure, accessible, and impactful solutions for Veterans and their families.
Kick Off 2025 with Drupal Tokyo Meetup #99 on January 9th

The highly anticipated Tokyo Drupal Meetup #99 is set for January 9, 2025, featuring a recap of DrupalCon Singapore 2024 and discussions on Drupal trends. The online event, starting at 7:30 PM JST, includes participant exchanges, lightning talks, and casual networking. A 500 yen fee supports the Drupal community, with updates available via Slack’s #drupal-tokyo channel.
Drupal 7 Support Ends: Critical Next Steps for Website Owners

Originally launched on January 5, 2011, Drupal 7's support was extended multiple times beyond its initial EOL date of November 2021 due to its widespread use and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Celebrate the Launch of Drupal CMS in Thiruvananthapuram on January 15

DrupalTVM and ICFOSS are hosting a Drupal CMS launch party on January 15, 2025, at the ICFOSS Campus in Trivandrum. The event features an intro session, networking with tech leaders, and a celebratory gathering to mark this milestone in web development. Register now to join the celebration!
Enhancing E-Commerce with Drupal ECA and Drupal Commerce Integration

Golems GABB explores how the Drupal ECA module integrates with Drupal Commerce to automate workflows, streamline tasks, and personalize customer experiences. Discover its features, benefits, and applications in e-commerce and beyond.
Exploring Nic Laflin’s Journey on Talking Drupal Episode 483

Talking Drupal Episode 483 features Nic Laflin and co-host Stephen Cross, offering insights into Laflin’s career with nLightened Development, his contributions to Drupal, and his role as the podcast’s host.
Drupal 7 End of Life: What Annertech Recommends for Your Website

The end of community support for Drupal 7 means no more security updates, bug fixes, or feature enhancements!

07 January 2025

Drupal CMS Release Candidate Available for Testing

Drupal CMS nears its January 15, 2025, launch, with a release candidate now ready for testing. 1xINTERNET introduces an online demo tailored for marketers, content creators, and designers, featuring multiple setup options and a one-hour trial. The demo service will continue post-launch with regular updates throughout 2025.
Only 5 Days Left to Submit Your Session Proposal for MidCamp 2025

The deadline to submit session proposals for MidCamp 2025, Chicago’s premier Drupal event, is January 12, 2025. Scheduled for May 20–22, 2025, the event will feature workshops, sprints, and 60-minute sessions covering all skill levels. Share your expertise and join the vibrant Drupal community by submitting your proposal today!
Drupal Developer Days Leuven 2025 Welcomes Silver Sponsors

Drupal Developer Days 2025 announces its Silver Sponsors: make it fly, E-Sepia Web Innovation, Kraut Hosting, Druid Oy, Aikido Security, and Wieni. Set for April 15–18, 2025, in Heverlee, the event will feature cutting-edge sessions on AI, backend architecture, performance, and security. Join the global Drupal community for collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing at this 14th annual gathering.
Using Data Transfer Objects with Drupal 11 Queue API

Phil Norton explains how Data Transfer Objects (DTOs) improve reliability and structure in Drupal 11's Queue API, replacing arrays and 'stdClass' objects with immutable classes to ensure robust data handling and error prevention.
UnderstandDrupal.com Offers Free Access to Drupal Migration Courses

UnderstandDrupal.com has made its Drupal migration courses free, supporting developers upgrading to Drupal 11 or transitioning from older versions. Sponsored by Agaric.coop, the platform offers four skill-level-based courses led by seasoned Drupal expert Mauricio Dinarte. The courses, including the popular "31 Days of Drupal Migrations," are now accessible at UnderstandDrupal.com.
Drupal 7 End of Life: What It Means and How to Move Forward

Drupal 7, launched in 2011, officially reached its End of Life on January 5, 2025, marking the end of an era for the open-source CMS. Organizations still using Drupal 7 must act to secure their sites, with options including the Vendor Extended Support program or migrating to Drupal 10 or 11. The transition offers an opportunity to modernize and embrace cutting-edge web technologies.
Drupal Pune to Launch 2025 Meetups with Drupal CMS Celebration

The Drupalers Association Pune is kicking off 2025 with a celebration of Drupal CMS at QED42 in Kalyani Nagar, Pune, on January 15, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM IST. This meetup offers a platform for networking, sharing insights, and connecting with experts from Pune’s vibrant Drupal community. Open to developers, designers, and Drupal enthusiasts of all levels, the event promises a fantastic start to the new year of innovation and collaboration.
Blog Post Highlights Top FOSS Android Apps of 2024

The year proved fruitful for privacy-conscious tech enthusiasts, with a variety of apps catering to security, functionality, and user experience
Drupal 11 and 10 Updates Require Composer: A Paradigm Shift for Drupalists

With the release of Drupal 11.1.0 and 10.4.0, the ability to install modules and themes directly via the administrative interface has been removed, making Composer the mandatory tool for these tasks.

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