Guardrails, Not Guesswork: Shipping Drupal Features with Claude Code

AI coding assistants like Claude Code are transforming the landscape of Drupal development, yet many developers find themselves caught between two extremes: either shunning these tools entirely or allowing them unchecked access to their codebases. This session addresses the critical need for a balanced approach, offering practical strategies for integrating AI assistance into the development workflow without compromising code quality or security.

By leveraging Claude Code, developers can streamline the feature-building process, efficiently add content types and fields, and create or update Views with confidence. The key lies in establishing effective guardrails that ensure AI-generated code aligns with best practices and project requirements. Practical demonstrations will illustrate how to harness this technology responsibly, enabling teams to enhance productivity while maintaining control over their development environment.