News Roundup

10 March 2025

Optasy Highlights How Governments Can Improve Citizen Engagement Online

A recent OPTASY blog highlights the challenges of outdated government websites, which hinder citizen engagement and trust. It advocates for modern solutions like Drupal, AI chatbots, and unified login systems to enhance transparency and usability. A case study on the City of Hamilton showcases how a website redesign improved accessibility and public interaction.
MountainCamp 2025: Last-Minute Information for Attendees

Drupal MountainCamp 2025 kicks off March 11-13 in Davos, welcoming enthusiasts to Entrance B at Promenade 92. A Sustainable Travel Guide encourages eco-friendly journeys, with scenic views for Zurich-Davos travelers. Sessions begin at 10:30 AM on March 11, with pre-conference networking, social events, and volunteer opportunities available.

07 March 2025

Drupal Fix Addresses Unexpected Form Submissions

Drupal 11.2.0 fixes a longstanding issue where pressing Enter caused unintended form submissions. The update introduces `#submit_button`, allowing developers to prevent automatic form submissions by setting it to `FALSE`. This change enhances flexibility and improves user experience for developers and site users.
DrupalCamp NJ 2025: Ticket Sales Still Open – Secure Your Spot Today!

DrupalCamp NJ 2025 is set for March 13-15 at Princeton University, with ticket sales still open. The event features expert-led sessions, training workshops, and a free Contribution Day for community collaboration. Secure your spot now for one of the top Drupal gatherings of the year!
DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 Industry Summits Scheduled for March 24

DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 will host Industry Summits on March 24, offering sector-specific discussions for Government, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Healthcare, and the Drupal Community. These full-day sessions provide networking opportunities, best practices, and insights into Drupal’s impact across industries. Registration is available as an add-on to the main DrupalCon ticket.
Jamie Abrahams Explores "Drupal AI Swarms" in New DrupalCamp England Video

DrupalCamp England’s YouTube channel features Jamie Abrahams discussing "Drupal AI Swarms" and the platform’s evolving AI capabilities. He highlights Drupal’s no-code approach, AI abstraction layer, and MCP module for seamless AI integration. The video explores how AI agents can enhance content management and automation within Drupal’s modular ecosystem.
Drupito: A New Era for Site Builders with Effortless Drupal CMS Hosting

Debug Academy introduces Drupito, a SaaS platform simplifying Drupal CMS hosting for small businesses, nonprofits, and non-developers. Offering automated security updates, seamless upgrades, and vendor-free site exports, Drupito makes Drupal more accessible than ever. Set to debut at DrupalCon Atlanta, it marks a major step in user-friendly Drupal hosting.
DrupalSouth Melbourne 2025: The Pygmy Stack and Open-Source Collaboration

Karl Hepworth will present "The Pygmy Stack: The Little Docker Helper Tool That Could" at DrupalSouth Melbourne 2025, running from March 11–13. The session will explore Pygmy’s history, redevelopment, and its evolution through cross-agency collaboration, highlighting open-source strength. Hepworth, a seasoned Drupal expert, will share insights on maintaining Pygmy in a competitive landscape and its future.
Insights from DrupalCamp England 2025 by ComputerMinds

DrupalCamp England 2025 brought together developers and industry experts to discuss AI integration, UX design, and Drupal CMS enhancements. Key sessions covered AI chatbots, automation with AI agents, UX best practices, and the use of Drupal Recipes. The event fostered discussions on AI-driven content delivery and cross-disciplinary collaboration, concluding with networking at BrewDog Cambridge.
Setting Up and Implementing RESTful Web Services in Drupal

Drupal’s RESTful web services enable seamless API integration for content management and data exchange. This guide by Arpit Kayare from Specbee explains how to configure REST endpoints, create custom REST resources, implement authentication, and optimize performance for scalable web applications.
DrupalCamp Ottawa 2025 Drops Ticket Fees, Now Free for All

DrupalCamp Ottawa 2025 is now free for all attendees, thanks to generous sponsorships, with full refunds for prior ticket buyers. The event on May 2 at the Canada Science and Technology Museum will feature keynote speaker Kat Shaw discussing web accessibility and ARIA. Session selections are ongoing, with opportunities for last-minute speaker proposals and an interactive "Unconference-Conference" session.
Drupal Mountain Camp 2025: Networking, Learning, and a Chance to Win Free Ticket to DrupalCon Vienna

Drupal Mountain Camp 2025 will take place from March 11-13 in Davos, Switzerland, offering expert talks, workshops, and outdoor activities. A highlight is the DrupalCon Vienna 2025 Mascot Contest, where attendees can win a free ticket by sharing a creative photo with Franz Jozef, the event mascot. The contest runs across various European Drupal events, with winners announced on social media.
Drupito to Launch at DrupalCon Atlanta 2025

Ashraf Abed highlights Drupal’s renewed focus on Site Builders, making it more accessible with AI-powered tools and pre-configured recipes. Drupito, a new hosting solution launching at DrupalCon Atlanta, simplifies site management with automatic updates, security patches, and one-click tools. To support learning, free hosting coupons are available for Drupal trainers.
Annertech Explores the Limitations of Accessibility Overlays

Annertech questions the effectiveness of accessibility overlay tools, warning they may not ensure full compliance with EU regulations. Experts highlight that overlays can interfere with assistive technologies, making websites less accessible. The blog urges organizations to follow WCAG 2.2 AA guidelines, conduct audits, and prioritize accessibility from the start for true inclusivity.
Guide to Installing Drupal Locally with XAMPP on Windows 11

Geek Rewind has published a detailed guide on installing Drupal locally using XAMPP on Windows 11. The tutorial covers setting up XAMPP, configuring a database, extracting Drupal files, and completing the installation process. This step-by-step guide makes local Drupal development accessible for beginners and advanced users alike.
CKSource Offers Extended Support for CKEditor 4 in Drupal

CKSource is offering extended security support for CKEditor 4 in Drupal, as its free version is no longer receiving updates following its end of life in 2023. In a recent blog post, CKSource’s Charles Gantt highlighted the Extended Support Model (ESM), which provides security patches until 2028, along with optional support features. Drupal users still relying on CKEditor 4 are encouraged to explore ESM to safeguard their projects while planning their transition to CKEditor 5.

06 March 2025

DrupalSouth Melbourne 2025 Secures Leading Industry Sponsors

Melbourne will host DrupalSouth 2025 on March 12-13 at ACMI, uniting top Drupal experts. Varnish Software leads as the Titanium Sponsor, with strong backing from Salsa Digital, Morpht, amazee.io, and others. The event features keynotes, workshops, and networking opportunities, strengthening community connections.
Suzanne Dergacheva to Lead UX and Content Strategy Session as Featured Speaker at DrupalCamp NJ 2025

Suzanne Dergacheva, co-founder of Evolving Web, will be a featured speaker at DrupalCamp NJ 2025 at Princeton University. Her session, 4 Big Ideas in UX and Content Strategy, on March 14 will explore emerging trends in digital experiences, including homepage evolution, digital storytelling, design systems, and streamlined navigation. She emphasizes strategic decision-making over trend-chasing, offering insights for content and design professionals.
Drupal Mountain Camp 2025: Exciting Social Events Await Attendees in Davos

Drupal Mountain Camp 2025 in Davos, Switzerland, blends technology and Swiss culture from March 11th to 13th. Key events include the SplashAwards, a fondue night with a torch-lit walk, a Speaker Dinner, and a Pub Quiz. The camp concludes on March 14th with skiing and snowboarding adventures.
Documenting DrupalCamp England: A Behind-the-Scenes Story

Covering DrupalCamp England was a collaborative effort that involved pre-event planning, live updates, and post-event reflections, ensuring the Drupal community stayed connected to the event. With support from organizers, sponsors, and contributors like Rajeev Kumar, Alejandro Moreno López, Paul Johnson, Jenny Dumitrescu and teams from 1xINTERNET and Zoocha, The Drop Times provided real-time updates, photos, and key insights. This behind-the-scenes effort highlighted the power of community collaboration in making Drupal events more accessible and engaging for all.
Non-Profit Recovers Website Functionality with BrightPlum’s Support

BrightPlum assisted a community-focused non-profit in resolving critical website failures that disrupted operations and membership management. By addressing auto-renewal issues, fixing the e-commerce system, and improving the receipt process, the organization regained a stable digital platform. With continued monitoring and support, staff can now efficiently manage their online presence without technical disruptions.
Accessibility Club Summit 2025: A Gathering for Inclusive Design Enthusiasts

The Accessibility Club Summit 2025 will take place on May 24-25 at THWS in Germany, bringing together developers, designers, and advocates to discuss web accessibility. The event will feature a full-day BarCamp and community-led workshops, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing. The call for presentations is now open for those looking to contribute.
RSS Feeds See Renewed Interest Amid Concerns Over Social Media and Privacy

James McGrath examines the potential resurgence of RSS, a content syndication tool that declined with the rise of social media and algorithm-driven feeds. He explores its ongoing use in podcasting, modern RSS tools like Feedly and Inoreader, and its advantages in privacy and accessibility. With increasing concerns over platform control, he considers whether RSS could regain popularity for content consumption
DDEV Launches Add-on Registry for Easy Discovery and Contribution

DDEV has launched the DDEV Add-on Registry, a central hub for discovering and managing DDEV add-ons. The registry features real-time search, sorting options, and categories for official and community-supported add-ons. Users can engage through GitHub-authenticated comments, with the open-source project encouraging community contributions.
Efficient Product Management in Drupal with Views Bulk Operations and API

Maciej Lukianski explains how to streamline bulk product editing in Drupal using Views Bulk Operations and RESTful Web Services. The article covers setting up administrative views, configuring mass actions, and enabling an API for automated data exchange, helping businesses manage large product catalogs efficiently.
Laravel vs. Symfony: Choosing the Right PHP Framework

Perforce Zend's latest blog compares Laravel and Symfony, two leading PHP frameworks. Laravel is ideal for rapid development with its user-friendly tools, while Symfony excels in scalability and modularity for enterprise applications. The choice depends on project complexity and developer expertise.
Drupal Updates Maintainers' Credit Permissions for GitLab Issue Migration

Drupal is streamlining how maintainers assign credit as part of its migration from Drupal.org to GitLab for issue tracking. All project maintainers will now have the ability to grant issue credit, removing the need for specific roles, and credit can be assigned to all closed issue states, not just "fixed" ones. This change aligns Drupal’s credit system with GitLab’s workflow, paving the way for a smoother migration while maintaining project flexibility.

05 March 2025

DrupalCamp NJ 2025 to Feature Experts on UX, Web Management, AI, and Drupal Modules

DrupalCamp NJ 2025 will take place from March 13-15 at Princeton University, featuring expert sessions on UX, web management, AI integration, and module development. Highlights include Suzanne Dergacheva's talk on content strategy, Nneka Hector's session on large-scale web management, and Vincenzo Gambino's exploration of OpenAI integration in Drupal. The event offers training, collaborative contributions, and networking opportunities for Drupal professionals.
A Look at the Industry Leaders Sponsoring Drupal Mountain Camp 2025

Drupal Mountain Camp 2025, which will take place March 11-13, is supported by key sponsors. Gold sponsors include LIIP, Agiledrop, amazee.io, and Varnish Software, and Silver sponsors include Hostpoint and MD Systems. Networking and media partners further enhance the camp’s impact on the Drupal community.
Upcoming Webinar to Help Businesses Achieve Accessibility Compliance

With the June 28, 2025, EAA compliance deadline nearing, the Digital Accessibility Experts Live webinar series will host a session on DIY Accessibility Audits on March 13. Led by consultants Yacoob Woozeer and Usman Afzal, the session will help businesses conduct their own audits to meet WCAG standards. The free, live-captioned Zoom event is open for registration via Eventbrite.
DrupalCon Vienna 2025 Opens Sponsorship Opportunities

DrupalCon Vienna 2025, set for October 14-17, invites sponsors to support the leading European gathering for the Drupal community. Companies can choose from multiple sponsorship tiers, gaining brand visibility, networking opportunities, and promotional benefits. Sponsorships help fund training, speaker sessions, and initiatives to support first-time attendees.
BiharFOSS Conference 2025 to be Held at IIT Patna on March 22

Bihar will host its first-ever Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) conference, BiharFOSS 2025, at IIT Patna on March 22, 2025. Organized by FOSS United and NJACK IIT Patna, the event features workshops, technical talks, and networking sessions. Students can apply for scholarships, lead FOSS clubs, and submit proposals to present, with ticket sales closing on March 15, 2025.
Top Drupal CMS SEO Modules for Better Search Rankings and Site Optimization

A curated list of essential SEO-focused Drupal modules has been compiled, ranked by star ratings, to help site builders optimize search performance. Key modules include Pathauto for clean URLs, Metatag for structured metadata, Redirect for managing canonical links, and Simple XML Sitemap for better indexing. Additional tools like Real-time SEO for Drupal, Easy Breadcrumb, and SEO Checklist streamline optimization efforts, making Drupal sites more search-friendly and user-friendly.
Drupal Forge Enhances Site Deployment and Collaboration for Developers

Bevan Wishart and Ivan Zugec, hosting on Code n Character, report on a discussion with Salim Lakhani, Darren Oh, and the Drupal Forge team about the platform’s impact on Drupal site deployment and collaboration. The conversation highlights features such as cloud-based development environments, seamless hosting integration, and monetization options for Drupal applications, as well as the platform’s open-source foundation and its connection to Drupal CMS (formerly Starshot).
Configuring and Using the Drupal Views Module for Content Display

Golems GABB explains how to set up and work with the Drupal Views module, a tool for organizing and displaying content without complex coding. The article covers creating views, selecting data types, configuring display formats, and using filtering and sorting options. It also explores advanced features like contextual filtering, allowing dynamic content adjustments.
Talking Drupal #491 Explores OpenY and AI Media Image Module

The latest Talking Drupal episode features Brent Wilker discussing OpenY, a Drupal distribution tailored for YMCAs, with hosts John Picozzi, Nic Laflin, and Avi Schwab. The conversation covers OpenY’s governance, theming, and future enhancements, highlighting ImageX’s role in its development. The episode also introduces AI Media Image, a module for AI-generated media in Drupal.
Zend Highlights Best Practices for PHP Logging and Analysis

Perforce Zend’s latest blog post explores PHP logging best practices for monitoring, debugging, and security. It emphasizes structured logging, clear log levels, and safe data handling while recommending tools like Elasticsearch and Splunk for analysis. The post also highlights the importance of log rotation and real-time monitoring to maintain system performance.
Understanding Drupal Update Fatigue and Frequent Updates

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.
Implementing Voiceflow AI Chatbot in Drupal for Automated Customer Support

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.
Drupal 7 Support Ends: Why Upgrading to Drupal 10 is Crucial

Drupal 7 reached its end of life on January 5, 2025, ending community support and security updates. Grazitti Interactive urges organizations to migrate to Drupal 10 for better security, performance, and modern web capabilities. The migration process involves module evaluation, theme rebuilding, data migration, and extensive testing to ensure a seamless transition.

04 March 2025

DrupalCamp England 2025: Event Highlights and Photos Released

DrupalCamp England 2025, held at the University of Cambridge, was a sold-out success, bringing together Drupal enthusiasts from the UK and beyond. Keynote speaker Baddy Sonja Breidert highlighted AI advancements in Drupal, while James Abrahams unveiled "Swarms," an AI-driven workflow tool. The event wrapped up with the announcement of two fully funded 2026 scholarships sponsored by Annertech.
DrupalCamp NJ 2025: Three Days of Learning, Networking, and Innovation at Princeton University

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.
Enhancing the Editor Experience in Backdrop CMS: 10 Practical Tips

A new post by Tim Erickson on Backdrop CMS highlights ten ways to improve the editor experience. Suggestions include customizing CKEditor, using the Simplify module, and refining admin views. Features like Filter Permissions, Paragraphs styling, and alternative admin themes further enhance workflow.
Why Software Estimates Often Exceed Initial Predictions

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.
Dotsquares Hosts Drupal Day Focused on Clean Code and Team Collaboration

Dotsquares celebrated Drupal Day on February 1, 2025, spotlighting code quality, collaboration, and innovation. The event featured technical sessions, a Clean Code Commitment talk, and recognition of the Women of Drupal at Dotsquares. With a focus on scalable solutions and community values, the day echoed the company’s mission to lead in Drupal excellence.
FOSSBackstage 2025: A Deep Dive into Open Source Management

FOSSBackstage 2025 will gather global experts to explore the non-technical aspects of open-source development. The two-day event in Berlin will focus on governance, compliance, diversity, and security in FOSS ecosystems. Attendees can engage in expert-led workshops, panels, and networking to drive sustainable open-source projects.
DrupalCon Atlanta 2025: Alejandro Madrigal Picks Must-Attend Sessions

Drupal developer Alejandro Madrigal has shared his top session picks for DrupalCon Atlanta 2025, focusing on Experience Builder, AI, and UX. His agenda includes sessions on next-gen navigation, AI-powered site building, and mobile app management. He also plans to contribute to open-source projects and join the Drupal trivia night.
Migrating from Drupal 7 to Drupal 10: A Long-Awaited Upgrade

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.
Exploring New and Undiscovered Drupal CMS Modules

Joshua Mitchell, in a blog post on DrupalStarshot, examines Drupal CMS modules he had not previously used, including AI-powered tools, workflow automation with ECA, email customization with Easy Email, and content recovery with Trash. He also reviews themes like Gin and Drupal CMS Olivero, highlighting their impact on the Drupal development experience.
Key Features of the Drupal Views Module for Dynamic Content Display

Venkatraman, in a blog post published by Specbee, explains the Drupal Views module, a core feature that enables dynamic content display without writing SQL queries. The post details installation, configuration, display types, filtering, sorting, and advanced settings like relationships and caching, highlighting its role in efficient content management.

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