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Drupal Association blog: DrupalCon Atlanta 2025: A Celebration of Community, Innovation, and Impact

DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 brought the spirit of open source to life with vibrant energy, bold ideas, and community connections that stretched across the globe. The event made an unforgettable mark on the Drupal community — from the bustling exhibit hall to the heartfelt hallway conversations, from first-time contributors to long-time collaborators.

Held in the heart of downtown Atlanta, the conference welcomed attendees from around the world for four days of learning, collaboration, and celebration. It was a reminder of what makes Drupal so powerful: our people, our purpose, and our shared passion for creating a better web.

A Truly Global Gathering

This year’s conference drew participants from over 25 countries, reaffirming Drupal’s role as a global digital platform and community. The United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, and India topped the list, but the impact spanned continents.

Who Attends DrupalCon

DrupalCon Atlanta attracted a wide variety of professionals from across industries, reflecting the broad applicability and flexibility of the Drupal platform.

From higher education and government to digital agencies and healthcare, Drupal continues to power complex web experiences in some of the most demanding and innovative sectors. 

This diversity not only fuels valuable cross-sector knowledge-sharing but also demonstrates Drupal’s critical role across public and private digital ecosystems.

Grassroots Power: Local Camps Take the Stage

More than 30 local Drupal camps and meetups were represented at the conference — a testament to the grassroots power of the community. Attendees proudly wore camp stickers, staffed community booths, and gathered to discuss regional challenges and opportunities.

To support local groups, we launched a new ticket-sharing initiative: 1 complimentary ticket for every 5th sold through participating organizations. As a result, 31 Drupal Camps received free tickets, expanding access and rewarding the dedication of our grassroots leaders.

First-Time Attendees & Event Stats

DrupalCon Atlanta welcomed 1,288 registered participants, with a 96% check-in rate — one of our strongest ever. Of those:

  • 27% were attending their very first DrupalCon
  • 41% (529 individuals) received complimentary tickets through speaking, volunteering, scholarship, sponsorship, or community contribution
A Seamless On-Site Experience

Hosting the event at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta provided an integrated, accessible experience for attendees. Sessions, social events, and accommodations were all under one roof, creating ease, comfort, and connection.

“Everything I needed was right there — it made attending so much easier.”
“It felt like the whole community was in one place. Loved that.”

What We Heard — and What We’re Doing With It

Survey feedback from attendees, speakers, and sponsors is being carefully reviewed as we begin shaping DrupalCon Chicago 2026. You told us what worked — and what we can improve — and we’re listening.

Key themes that will shape future events include:
- Even more dynamic and diverse session formats
- Streamlined navigation and event layout
- Focus on wellness, accessibility, and inclusive experiences
- Continuing to strengthen the “hallway track” and contribution culture

A Heartfelt Thank You to the Steering Committee

The success of DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 would not have been possible without the dedication and vision of the North American Steering Committee. This volunteer-led group helped shape the event’s content, community outreach, and overall experience. Committee members collaborated across key areas—local engagement, DEIB, contribution advocacy, marketing, and speaker content—to ensure an inclusive and impactful conference.

We are deeply grateful for their time, leadership, and creativity:

  • Bree Benesh – Speaker Review / Content
  • Fredric Mitchell – Entry Level Representative / New User
  • Jasmyne Epps – Local Ambassadors / Social Engagement
  • Mike Anello – Contribution Advocacy
  • Nikki Flores – Community Advocate / DEIB
  • Rosie Gladden – Communications / Marketing
  • Stephen Mustgrave – Core Conversations

Their efforts helped bring the Drupal community together in meaningful and memorable ways. Thank you for helping make DrupalCon Atlanta such a success!

The Power of Sponsor Support

DrupalCon Atlanta was made possible by the generous support of our sponsors, who invested not just in the event, but in the long-term health and success of the Drupal project.

  • Presenting Sponsors (Core 1): 2
  • Champion Sponsors (Core 2): 5
  • Advocate Sponsors (Core 3): 12
  • Exhibitor Sponsors (Core 4): 27
  • Village Sponsors: 6
  • Community Booths: 3
  • Media & Booth Add-ons: 8
  • Meeting Rooms (Premium + Standard): 5
  • Summit Sponsors: 9
  • Dinner & Special Event Sponsors: 9
  • Contribution Sponsors: 2
  • Other Program Sponsors: 9

Total Sponsorships: 97

Their support made this experience possible — from coffee breaks and contribution mentoring to summits and stage time. Thank you again to our DrupalCon Atlanta Sponsors!

Looking Ahead

DrupalCon Atlanta was more than a conference — it was a homecoming for some, a first step for others, and a milestone for us all. The connections forged, the ideas sparked, and the paths paved here will ripple out through projects and communities around the world.

We’re already looking ahead to the next stops on our journey

  • DrupalCon Vienna – 14–17 October 2025
  • DrupalCon Nara – 17–19 November 2025
  • DrupalCon Chicago – 23–26 March 2026

You can learn more about all upcoming events at https://events.drupal.org/ 

Until then — thank you to everyone who joined us in Atlanta. Let’s carry this momentum forward, together.

Drupal Starshot blog: Marketplace: Call for Input and Volunteers

Following the recent announcement made in the Driesnote at DrupalCon Atlanta, we are glad to share with you that we are kicking off the research process for the Marketplace. And, as per usual, we need your help!

As we are starting to work actively on framing the idea of the Marketplace, we want to hear the thoughts of our partners. Hence, this Monday we sent out a survey to DCPs and contributing partners in order to gather their thoughts on the matter.

Meanwhile we are also looking for individual contributors. So if you feel courageous and excited about this new initiative, please, check out our “Join the Marketplace Volunteer Team!” form and become a part of the crew - we are thrilled to have you on board!

Drupal.org blog: 2025 Global Drupal Developer Survey

Hello fellow Drupalers,

In case you missed the news, the 2025 Global Drupal Developer Survey is out!

The Global Drupal Developer Survey helps Drupal contributors, service providers, tool developers, and the Drupal Association understand the unique experiences of Drupal developers all over the world.

The survey takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Every question is optional. The results are shared publicly under a creative commons licence after the survey closes (except for any personal data collected).

This year the survey closes at 23:59 April 20 UTC ad the results will be available in May.

So please, take a moment of your time and fill it in - we are truly looking forward to hear your thoughts!

The Drop Times: The Anatomy of a Drupal Decision

Dear Readers,

Open-source communities depend on more than just code. They rely on discussion, disagreement, and collaboration to shape projects' progress. In Drupal, dialogue is the anatomy of every decision. When the stakes are high or the path isn’t apparent, the process often begins with people asking questions, sharing use cases, and voicing concerns. DrupalCon Atlanta is in the books, but one update by Dries Buytaert is just getting started. During the Driesnote, Dries officially announced the launch of the Drupal Marketplace Initiative. Think of it as shelf space for the community’s best work, not just a place to download themes but a real way to explore, test, and launch starter sites confidently.

Marketplace Initiative is a clear example of an approach through dialogues. It's a proposal with practical goals but also a test of how Drupal makes decisions as a community. The core idea is to build a public marketplace for Drupal site templates, giving users easier ways to get started while making real examples of Drupal's capabilities more visible. The proposal includes both free and commercial templates. That last part has sparked debate, not because it's technically difficult, but because it touches on long-standing questions about values, equity, and direction.

Rather than settle those questions behind closed doors, the initiative is designed to gather input from across the Drupal ecosystem. It’s about how decisions get made in a project that serves many users with different needs. Whether you're excited about the potential or cautious about the trade-offs, this is the right time to speak up, and what comes next will be shaped by the people who show up now.

Right now, there are multiple ways to get involved. The working group has opened a Slack channel #drupal-cms-marketplace where you can jump into discussions, share ideas, and react to ongoing prompts. They’ve also released the first in a series of community surveys, starting with one focused on contributors, agencies, and Drupal Certified Partners. There are live community sessions planned too, open to anyone who wants to help shape how this all unfolds.

Dries didn’t take a side but made the case for a conversation. Many organizations already pay for templates off-platform through agencies or contractors. Bringing that activity into the open could create better options, reward contributors, and strengthen the ecosystem. But it also raises questions about fairness, values, and long-term sustainability. Those questions are now on the table; everyone is invited to weigh in.

This is how decisions happen in Drupal: not with final announcements but with open discussions that invite more people into the room. Dialogue remains the structure we build on. With that, let's move on to the important stories from last week.

INTERVIEWDISCOVER DRUPALEVENTORGANIZATION NEWS

We acknowledge that there are more stories to share. However, due to selection constraints, we must pause further exploration for now.

To get timely updates, follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook. You can also join us on Drupal Slack at #thedroptimes.

Thank you, 
Sincerely 
Alka Elizabeth 
Sub-editor, The DropTimes.

Tag1 Consulting: Migrating Your Data from D7 to D10: Debugging tips, performance considerations, Drupal CMS, AI-assisted migrations and more!

Welcome to the last article in the series. Today, we’ll wrap up by covering how to debug migrations, performance considerations, and the importance of checking your site for broken links before launch. We’ll also briefly discuss migrating into Drupal CMS and using AI to assist with the migration process.

mauricio Tue, 04/15/2025 - 06:24

Drupal Core News: Drupal 11.2 alpha phase begins May 7

Drupal 11.2 alpha phase begins May 7

In preparation for the minor release, Drupal 11.2.x will enter the alpha phase the week of May 7, 2025. Core developers should plan to complete changes that are only allowed in minor releases prior to the alpha release.

The 11.2.0-alpha1 deadline for most core patches is May 7, 2025.

The 10.6.x release branch of core will be created for the next maintenance minor release.

  • Developers and site owners can begin testing the alpha after its release.

  • The 11.2.x release branch of core will be created before the alpha is tagged. Future feature and API additions will continue to be targeted against the main development branch, 11.x.

  • After 11.2.x is branched but before 11.2.0-alpha1 is tagged, alpha experimental modules will be removed from the 11.2.x codebase. Their development will continue in 11.x only.

  • Following the release of Drupal 11.2 and 10.5, only security issues will be fixed in Drupal 11.1 and 10.4. Additionally, Drupal 11.0 and 10.3 will become end-of-life (EOL).

  • During the alpha phase, core issues will be committed according to the following policy:

    1. Most issues that are allowed for patch releases will be committed to 11.2.x and 10.5.x. Such issues may also be committed to 11.1.x and 10.4.x until the final normal bugfix releases of 11.1 and 10.4 on June 4, 2025.
    2. Most issues that are only allowed in minor releases will be committed to 11.x only. (Such issues may be released in 11.3 or another future minor.). A few strategic issues may be backported to 11.2.x, but only at committer discretion after the issue is fixed in 11.x and before the beta deadline. For these issues, leave them set to 11.x unless you are a committer.
    3. Most issues that are allowed in maintenance minor releases will be committed to 11.x and 10.6.x only. A few strategic issues may be backported to 11.2.x and 10.5.x, but only at committer discretion and before the beta deadline. For these issues, leave them set to 11.x unless you are a committer.

Roughly two weeks after the alpha release, the first beta release will be created. All the restrictions of the alpha release apply to beta releases as well. The release of the first beta is a firm deadline for all feature and API additions. Once the beta commit freeze begins, issues in the Reviewed & Tested by the Community (RTBC) queue will be committed to the next minor release only.

The release candidate phase will begin the week of June 2.

Security support of Drupal 10 and 11 Drupal 10.3.x and 11.0.x Security releases will be provided until June 18, 2025. Drupal 10.4.x and 11.1.x Security releases will be provided until December 10, 2025.

See the Drupal core release process overview, the Drupal core release schedule, allowed changes during the Drupal 10 and 11 release cycles, and Drupal 10 and 11 backwards compatibility and internal API policy for more information.

Gizra.com: Bare-Bones Theming in Drupal with PEVB

Drupal gives us a lot—field formatters, and fancy layout builders modes. But what if you don’t need all that? If you’re a developer or themer looking for a simpler, more direct way to render content—without jumping through the usual hoops—the Pluggable Entity View Builder (PEVB) might be for you. See more about PEVB and our Drupal-starter in this video, from a presentation given in the (hallways) of DrupalCon Atlanta 2025

Talking Drupal: Talking Drupal #497 - Drupal Forge

Today we are talking about Drupal Forge, how it works, and why it’s changing Drupal with guest Darren Oh. We’ll also cover ECA VBO as our module of the week.

For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/497

Topics
  • Elevator pitch for Drupal forge
  • What is Drupal Forge built on
  • What is the pricing model
  • Does Drupal Forge only allow you to install Drupal CMS
  • Drupal Forge and templates, was there an influence on Site Templates
  • Why offer templates for Drupal Forge Camps
  • Is Drupal Forge open source
  • What is on the Roadmap
  • How can people get involved
Resources Guests

Darren Oh - drupalforge.org Darren Oh

Hosts

Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi Kathy Beck - kbeck303

MOTW Correspondent

Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu

  • Brief description:
    • Have you ever wanted a powerful and flexible way to create views bulk operations without writing code? There’s a module for that.
  • Module name/project name:
  • Brief history
    • How old: created in May 2022 by mxh, a prolific maintainer in his own right, and an active member of the group that has made the ECA ecosystem so far-reaching
    • Versions available: 1.1.1 and 2.1.1, the latter of which supports ^10.3 || ^11
  • Maintainership
    • Actively maintained
    • Security coverage
    • Documentation: sort of. The README has step-by-step instructions, and the project page has links to both an example model and a tutorial video
  • Number of open issues: 7 open issues, 1 of which are bugs against the current branch
  • Usage stats:
    • 320 sites
  • Module features and usage
    • With the module installed, your site will have a number of Events available within ECA, specifically for defining models that can perform bulk actions on the selected items in a view. In my own experience the most useful event is VBO: Execute Views bulk operation (one by one)
    • From there, you can define the logic of what needs to happen to the selected items. I’ve used it for fairly simple operations like changing content to a specific moderation state, but you could define complex logic that is conditional on field values, site configuration, or even global factors like the time of day
    • With one or more models defined, you can now add a field to your view for ECA bulk operations and then select which eligible models you want available in that specific view
    • It’s worth adding that the ECA model can also include logic to define who should have access to perform a particular operation, which could be as simple as checking the role of the current user, but can be as complex as you need
    • I came across ECA VBO during some recent work on the Drupal Event Platform, which is already available to try out on Drupal Forge, but there should be a more formal announcement on that front soon

Dries Buytaert: My phone's battery has been blogging for 7 years

Seven years ago, I wrote a post about a tiny experiment: publishing my phone's battery status to my website. The updates have quietly kept coming ever since, showing up at https://dri.es/status.

Every 20 minutes or so, my phone sends its battery level and charging state to a REST endpoint on my Drupal site. Timing depends on iOS background scheduling, which has a mind of its own.

For years, this lived quietly at https://dri.es/status. I never linked to it outside the original blog post, so it felt like a forgotten corner of my site. Still working, but mostly invisible.

Even after seven years, people still mention it from time to time. So I decided to bring it out of hiding.

I added a battery icon to my site's header. It's a dynamically generated SVG that reflects my phone's battery level and charging state.

It's a little goofy. But that's the fun of having a personal website–you get to make it yours.

Long live the Indie Web.

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