News Roundup

09 January 2025

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its end of life on January 5, 2025, leaving websites vulnerable to security threats, rising maintenance costs, and outdated technology.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.
Optimizing WordPress and Drupal for Custom Software Development

Explore how WordPress and Drupal can be optimized for custom software development. Studiolabs details best practices for integrating APIs, improving speed and security, and leveraging advanced content management features to build scalable, tailored solutions for modern businesses.
Creating Distributor Maps in Drupal with Geofield and Leaflet

Learn how to build distributor maps in Drupal using Geofield, Geocoder, and Leaflet modules. This step-by-step guide from Droptica demonstrates how to configure geocoding, create content types, and display locations on an interactive OpenStreetMap-based interface without any coding.
Resolving Transparency Issues in Expo Build Icons: A Blog Post Overview

The issue arises because both iOS and Android platforms have strict guidelines prohibiting transparency in app icons.
Backdrop CMS Recognizes Drupal 7 End of Life, Announces Next Steps

The Backdrop CMS Project honors Drupal 7's official End of Life on January 5, 2025, acknowledging its historic impact. Backdrop, a fork of Drupal, invites users to transition for cost-effective, long-term support. The latest release, Backdrop CMS 1.30.0, launches January 15, 2025.

06 January 2025

Event Organizers Working Group Publishes 2024 Milestones and Updates

The Event Organizers Working Group marked five years of supporting Drupal events, highlighting milestones like enhanced event pages listing over 1,100 global events since 2020. Key achievements include Drupal Events Platform updates, usability improvements, and fostering a robust organizer network through Slack and monthly meetings. New leadership promises continued growth for Drupal's event community.
Florida DrupalCamp 2025 to Begin with Skill-Building Training Sessions

Florida DrupalCamp 2025 kicks off February 21 in Orlando with Training Day, offering hands-on sessions for Drupal users of all levels. Expert-led workshops promise practical skills and insights, but space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. The three-day event continues with sessions, networking, and collaboration to foster innovation in the Drupal community.
2024's Top Open Source Licenses: Insights from OSI

The Open Source Initiative (OSI) has announced the most popular open-source licenses for 2024, with the MIT License leading at 1.7 million pageviews and 1 million unique visitors. BSD 3-Clause, Apache 2.0, and BSD 2-Clause licenses followed, reflecting their flexibility and broad appeal. OSI plans to enhance license pages in 2025, adding features to better support developers and open-source newcomers.
Budapest Hosts Drupal CMS v1 Launch and Drupal 7 Farewell Party

Budapest will host a Drupal community event on January 15, 2025, celebrating the CMS's v1 launch and marking Drupal 7's end of life. Organized by Peter Pónya and Gábor Hojtsy at Brainsum’s office, the event features discussions, reflections, and a global livestream. It starts at 18:00 CET, offering insights into Drupal's past and future.
Effective Web Scraping: How Proxies Enhance Success

Web scraping, a vital tool for accessing structured data, often faces challenges due to servers blocking unusual traffic patterns.
Kat Shaw to Address Accessibility at Florida DrupalCamp 2025

Kat Shaw, Lead Engineer at Lullabot and accessibility expert, will present "Understanding 'The Why' in Accessibility" at Florida DrupalCamp 2025 on February 22 from 2:00–2:45 PM. The session will highlight the importance of accessible web design, featuring empathy exercises, assistive technology demos, and insights from disabled users. Florida DrupalCamp 2025, running February 21–23 in Orlando, promises an engaging lineup for the Drupal community.
Building a Schema.org-First Future with the Schema.org Blueprints Module for Drupal

The Schema.org Blueprints module enables Schema.org-first content modeling in Drupal, enhancing SEO, API development, and data consistency. Its creator, Jacob Rockowitz, has refined the module over two years, integrating it into real-world projects like healthcare websites. Recent updates include starter kits for industries like healthcare and hospitality, aligning with Drupal's Recipe initiative, with a vision for stability and broader adoption in the Drupal community.
Asheville Celebrates the Launch of Drupal CMS with a Festive Party!

Enjoy complimentary food, drinks, and games while connecting with fellow Drupal enthusiasts
DrupalCon Atlanta T-Shirt Contest: Deadline Extended to January 10

The deadline for the DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 T-shirt design contest has been extended to January 10, 2025. Open to the global Drupal community, the contest offers the chance to have your design featured at DrupalCon Atlanta and win a free ticket to DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 or DrupalCon North America 2026. Submit your creative design featuring the DrupalCon Atlanta logo before the deadline for a chance to shine!
Energy Devroom at FOSDEM 2025: Open Source Driving the Energy Transition

The Energy Devroom returns to FOSDEM 2025 on February 2 at the ULB Solbosch Campus in Brussels, showcasing open-source innovations for sustainable energy. With 23 sessions, highlights include talks on smart EV chargers, repurposed battery packs, and renewable energy forecasting. This free event emphasizes open-source collaboration in addressing global energy challenges.
Utrecht Hosts Drupal CMS v1 Launch Event

The Drupal community in the Netherlands will celebrate the global launch of Drupal CMS v1 in Utrecht on January 15, 2025. Hosted at Bar Josefien from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM CET, the event is part of DrupalFest and showcases the new user-friendly Drupal CMS. Tickets are €6.20 on Eventbrite, with free ticket codes available.
Drupal 7 End of Life: What It Means and Next Steps

Drupal 7 has officially reached its End of Life as of yesterday. What does this mean for your organization, and why is upgrading crucial now more than ever? Explore the key benefits of moving to Drupal 10 and secure your website's future today.
Game-Changing Features of Drupal CMS for Content Management

The new Drupal CMS is designed to be simpler, faster, and more accessible for everyone—particularly non-technical users like marketers, content creators, and small business owners. Its standout feature is “Recipes,” which are pre-packaged configurations that drastically reduce setup time and reliance on developers. With Vardot leading the content publishing track, users benefit from streamlined workflows, collaborative editing features, and future-proof digital experiences tailored to their needs.
Drupal Events for the Week: Jan 6 - Jan 12, 2025

The Drupal community is hosting engaging events this week, January 6–12, 2025, including workshops, meetups, and planning sessions. Highlights include the MidCamp 2025 Proposal Workshop on January 7, a Spanglish session on the new Drupal CMS with free consulting, and the Pacific Time Virtual Meetup on January 8. Join the MidCamp 2025 Planning session on January 9 to contribute to organizing this major event.
HeroDevs Reflects on a Year of Supporting Drupal 7 Users

As Drupal 7’s end-of-life approaches, HeroDevs shares insights from their year of providing tailored support, maintaining legacy modules, and navigating challenges within the Drupal community.

05 January 2025

Drupal Community Updates Cookie Cutter for CMS Logo

The Drupal community has released an updated 3D-printable cookie cutter model for the current Drupal logo, designed by Klara Binon and announced by Gábor Hojtsy. Available in the bgcode repository, it lets enthusiasts create Drupal-themed cookies at home or via local 3D printing services. Klara also shared a recipe for logo-shaped cookies, adding a sweet and creative touch to Drupal swag.

03 January 2025

Get Rewarded for Community Spirit: Free Tickets to DrupalCon Atlanta 2025!

DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 is set for March 24–27, offering a free main ticket for every five attendees registered under a local Drupal community. Early Bird Registration, with a $100 discount, is open until January 19, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow skills, celebrate Drupal achievements, and strengthen local connections.
Ravi Shekhar Introduces Nava, a Free Responsive Drupal Theme

Ravi Shekhar of Drupar.com launches "Nava," a free, responsive Drupal theme compatible with versions 9.x to 11.x. Boasting a Google PageSpeed score of 100 for desktops, Nava features custom CSS, sliders, and Google font support without external dependencies. While offering demos and Dev5 support, the theme is outside Drupal's security advisory policy.
Revitalizing Drupal’s Admin Experience: A Closer Look at the Ongoing Redesign Journey

In this article by Jennifer Witkowski and Stephanie Ganzer, we dive into the multi-phase effort to rejuvenate Drupal’s Admin UI. By revisiting long-standing UX challenges, creating a dedicated Figma Design System for Gin, and collaborating closely with the broader Drupal community, the team is crafting a more intuitive and modern interface. This story encapsulates the combined efforts of designers, developers, and strategists in shaping the future of Drupal’s user experience.
Your Ultimate Travel Guide to DrupalCon Atlanta 2025: Plan Your Trip Today!

The annual flagship event for the Drupal community promises top-tier learning, networking, and growth opportunities. Early registration and discounted hotel rates within the official block are available. International attendees can access visa support, making it easier to join this vibrant event in the heart of Atlanta.
OpenSource.net Highlights Its Top Articles of 2024

In the Business with Open Source category, articles like "Open Source Projects vs Products: A Strategic Approach" by Thomas Di Giacomo and "Demystifying Open Source as a Business" by Julia Machado offered strategic insights
Annertech Highlights Top Blog Posts of 2024

Annertech's top blogs of 2024 capture the year's major tech themes, from Drupal updates to accessibility regulations and enhancing user experience. Highlights include Drupal becoming the most popular CMS for councils, preparation tips for the European Accessibility Act, and strategies for improving search functionality on higher education websites. With insights on Drupal’s new release cycle and a proven three-phase migration approach, these blogs offer practical guidance for staying ahead in 2025.

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