News Roundup

Pivale has released Commerce Referral, a new module for Drupal Commerce. It enables flexible, promotion-based referral workflows without enforcing a fixed interaction model. Site builders can now tailor referral incentives with native Commerce controls and business rules.

Acquia will host a live webinar on February 4, 2026, featuring Dries Buytaert and industry experts. The session explores how AI is transforming content ops—from assistance to autonomous execution. Leaders will gain strategies for future-proofing digital delivery and leveraging LLMs as discovery engines.

Ivan Zugec explains how DDEV helps developers run Drupal locally using Docker. The tutorial covers initial setup commands, container management, database workflows, and IDE integration. It serves as a practical roadmap for building efficient local development environments.

AI increases Open Source input but not review capacity. Dries Buytaert urges contributor-led AI trials before adoption. Protecting maintainers is central to Drupal’s future.

Droptica identifies common maintenance mistakes that jeopardise Drupal sites. Issues include missing tests, manual deployments, and neglected audits. The guide also explains practical ways to keep Drupal stable, secure, and efficient.

Dominique De Cooman outlines Dropsolid’s journey toward an open, AI‑enabled digital experience platform. He explains how market pressures and long‑term investments shaped the split into Dropsolid Solutions and Dropsolid AI. This episode examines what it takes for a Drupal business to adapt to changing technology and market conditions

Joachim Noreiko shared a step-by-step tutorial on using Rector to convert Drupal hooks into class methods. The process leverages HookConvertRector to modernise procedural code and applies PHPCS for cleanup. It's a useful guide for updating legacy modules to align with Drupal's shift to object-oriented programming.

Dries Buytaert built a content export pipeline from Drupal to GitHub. It uses SSH, cron-like scheduling, and a custom Drush command to convert nodes to Markdown and track changes. This pattern provides developers with a clean way to version content outside the CMS.

Mike Herchel shared how an unclosed HTML tag broke Drupal JavaScript on a single settings page. The DOM was malformed, placing the drupalSettings script inside an unexpected <em> tag. It’s a sharp reminder that even small markup errors can cause major frontend failures.

Drupal CRM enters beta with entity-based architecture. Built to replace unscalable node-based CRM patterns. Now adopted by real-world Drupal initiatives.

Priyanka Phukan of Specbee explains what Drupal consulting covers and when it's needed. From migrations to governance, consultants help align Drupal with business goals and reduce technical debt. The post also outlines typical costs and tips for choosing the right partner.

Drupal CMS 2.0 delivers a real-time builder and AI-assisted workflows. Templates and components speed up professional site delivery. Built for non-developers, it keeps Drupal’s enterprise depth.

Acquia has deployed Drupal AI across its editorial workflows, as detailed in a new blog by Greg O'Toole. Live use cases include one-click content translation, tone control for brand voice, and AI-generated alt text. This rollout shows how Drupal AI tools can scale multilingual and accessible content production.

Drupal.org is rolling out a new GitLab-based issue workflow for migrated projects. Maintainers now manage labels, boards, and contributions directly through GitLab's interface. This flexible, project-centric shift modernises collaboration and aligns with open-source standards.

Zoocha has announced a company-wide rebrand as a digital experience agency powered by Drupal. Driven by client demand, the agency now delivers end-to-end CX services that go beyond UX/UI and development. The move signals Zoocha’s expanded role in digital transformation while keeping Drupal at its core.

FlowDrop Episode 4 introduces working loop execution, as shown by creator Shibin Das. The demo processes a chat message with a ForEach loop, displaying step-by-step output in the UI. This update makes FlowDrop more viable for real-world workflow automation in Drupal-based systems.

Drupal maintainer Théodore Biadala tested Claude Code during a live month of development work. The tool solved some tasks but also caused hidden bugs, subtle regressions, and time sinks that didn’t build his domain knowledge. He later quit cold, warning about burnout and the illusion of productivity.

Ivan Mendoza at Capellic shows how to fix mixed content sorting in Drupal Views when types use different date fields. He uses a custom Search API processor to index a unified date field per content type so Views can sort consistently. This keeps Views simple, improves performance, and scales to new content types without field duplication.

DrupalCamp Grenoble has opened ticket sales for its April 2026 edition. The three‑day event brings together the Drupal community for talks, contribution sessions, and networking, with discounted tickets available by contacting the organisers.

drunomics becomes a Silver Maker in the Drupal AI initiative, deepening its involvement in building production‑ready AI capabilities for Drupal. Current work includes maintaining and extending the Mistral provider module, supporting European data sovereignty, and advancing Canvas AI, governance workflows, and human‑centred AI collaboration.

Why do government agencies use Drupal for public websites? It meets strict rules on security, accessibility, and compliance. The CMS also scales well and supports multilingual, transparent delivery.

Drupal sites that rely on SimpleSAMLphp for SSO face blocked Drupal 11 upgrades due to Symfony dependency conflicts. Robert Arias explains how to migrate to the SAML Authentication module (which uses the OneLogin toolkit) and outlines environment‑specific considerations and common pitfalls for a seamless transition.

Mike Herchel appeared on a Pantheon livestream with Chris Reynolds to explore Drupal’s commercial future. They discussed Dripyard’s component-based themes and the emerging marketplace. Key topics included site templates and single directory components.

The Ottawa Drupal community meets on February 19 to explore Drupal CMS 2.0 updates. Hosted by Salman J., it includes hybrid access and a preview of DrupalCamp Ottawa 2026. Expect hands-on discussion, upgrade stories, and early hints at a 2027 community project.

Deuteros makes Drupal unit testing faster and easier by providing test doubles for entities, eliminating the need for slow kernel tests. Developed at Tag1 using AI‑assisted tools, it is now free and open source for anyone to use.

New CKEditor features include footnotes for inline citations, line height control for layout consistency, and restricted editing for defined editable regions. Improvements span watermark support in export and compatibility fixes. Structured workflows and editorial precision are enhanced without promoting proprietary plans.

TD Cafe #013 explores the “Drupal in a Day” initiative aimed at computer science students. Hilmar Hallbjörnsson and Martin Anderson-Clutz discuss its format, campus rollouts, and community potential. It’s a one-day jumpstart that’s bringing fresh talent into Drupal from the classroom up.

SparkFabrik outlines how Drupal handles multilingual content in the GenAI era without losing editorial control. TMGMT, combined with AI services like Lara Translate, enables scalable, workflow-based translation. It’s a hybrid model—automation speeds things up, but strategy and human review preserve quality.

B2B commerce often exceeds templated solutions. API extensibility enables deep integration, custom workflows, and long‑term adaptability. Ryan Szrama compares major platforms on AI and integration readiness to show how extensibility differentiates future‑proof commerce stacks.

From Foster Interactive, Aidan Foster argues that “AI slop” happens when automation outpaces strategy. Drupal’s new Canvas and Context Control Centre aim to embed audience insights and brand rules into AI workflows. Success depends on having a clear human strategy first—things like personas, messaging, and structure—before turning to AI to assist with execution.

ImageX’s Nadiia Nykolaichuk shares a guide to using the OpenAI module with Drupal. It shows how to integrate ChatGPT into CKEditor and admin workflows for AI-assisted editing. A solid starting point for teams exploring content automation with minimal setup.

DrupalCamp England is offering a free beginner workshop, “Drupal in a Day,” on 1 March 2026. It’s hands-on training for students and newcomers exploring open-source web development. Spots are limited—ideal for anyone curious about Drupal’s power and community.

Looking to connect with the Drupal community this week? From Brussels to Wrocław, discover where innovation and collaboration are happening. Stay tuned for a full roundup of Drupal events shaping the future of open source.

A Drupal developer questions MySQL’s future in the LAMP stack. The discussion shifts toward MariaDB and PostgreSQL. Community responses reveal technical and governance tensions.

Global Touring unified three brand platforms into one Drupal solution. Zoocha led the implementation using a shared codebase and flexible design. The result was a 120% rise in booking conversions.

Consent Popup enables clear, contextual consent requests in Drupal. Used globally on 130+ websites, it supports GDPR and UX best practices. Developed by JAVALI, it strengthens digital trust across industries.

Dries Buytaert warns Europe cannot achieve digital sovereignty without funding Open Source maintainers. He criticises current procurement practices that favour resellers over contributors. Contribution-based scoring, he says, is key to stronger, sovereign public infrastructure.

Cameron Eagans joins Talking Drupal to explain Composer Patches 2.0. New workflows and APIs aim to improve transparency and reproducibility. Episode 536 also introduces the Configuration Development module.

Simon Willison used an AI agent to convert an HTML5 parser across languages. Geoffrey Huntley’s loop model lets agents code through repeated clean runs. Dries Buytaert explores how clearly defined success enables hands-off coding.

DDEV saw user growth, feature expansion, and rising sponsorship in 2025. New GUI tools and tutorials make local dev easier across platforms. Upcoming 2026 training sessions cover Mutagen, Git workflows, and add-ons.

The Drupal Association will participate in EU Open Source Week 2026 in Brussels. Activities include an AI Hackathon, government roundtables, and policy panels. Drupal board members and executives will contribute to strategic discussions on digital sovereignty and open collaboration.

Migrate plugins must now use PHP attributes, not annotations. Drupal 10 sites on migrate_plus 6.0.9 may fail unless plugins are updated. Steffen Rühlmann explains why attributes are faster, safer, and future-ready.

Immediate action matters in crisis fundraising. Traditional donation platforms can delay campaigns by days or weeks. Drupal‑based solutions can be live in under 30 minutes.

This post reviews real projects where AI is used with Drupal in production. Case studies include automated moderation, search, email workflows, and chatbots. Drupal serves both content management and broader application needs with AI.

Florida DrupalCamp 2026 will feature AmyJune Hineline speaking on accessibility on 21 February. Her talk reframes accessibility as ongoing—not optional—across the open-source lifecycle. Expect practical tips, WCAG updates, and a roadmap to sustainable inclusion for all teams.

The Drupal AI module now supports mittwald-hosted models with a new v1.0 provider module. It enables chat completions, embeddings, and other AI tasks via OpenAI-compatible APIs. No local infrastructure needed—just plug in your mittwald credentials and go.

Grzegorz Bartman of Droptica highlights how Drupal 11 site templates speed up project launches. Templates offer prebuilt setups via the Recipes system—without the lock-in of old distributions. A new marketplace is coming too, helping teams start fast without sacrificing flexibility.

Ruturaj Chaubey recaps the 10 January Pune meetup celebrating Drupal’s 25th anniversary. His session explored Drupal’s community-led journey and its readiness for AI-powered futures. The event blended reflection with forward vision—true to Drupal’s collaborative spirit.

Speaker submissions for Dev Days Athens close 22 January. Organizers seek diverse topics and speaker experience levels. Accepted speakers receive free entry to the April event.

In a QED42 blog post, Akhil Babu recaps the energy and dialogue from the 15 January Drupal Trivandrum meetup at ICFOSS. The event celebrated both Drupal and Wikipedia’s 25‑year journeys, with discussions on platform evolution, student engagement, and new community-led projects.