Talking Drupal

Today we are talking about DrupalCon Vienna, what we can expect, and any surprise updates with guests Cristina Chumillas, Antonella Severo, and Catherine Tsiboukas. We’ll also cover Recipe Tracker as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/519 Topics When is DrupalCon Vienna What types of sessions will be there Are there any unique formats or events we don't see at other DrupalCons Splash Awards Surprises from the Driesnote Drupal Canvas Additional Keynotes Training Social events Tickets Resources Tickets Guests Catherine Tsiboukas - mindcraftgroup.com bletch Antonella Severo - nestle.com antonellasevero Cristina Chumillas - ckrina Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi James Sansbury - tugboatqa.com q0rban MOTW Correspondent Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu Brief description: Have you ever wanted to track what recipes, and their versions, have been applied to your Drupal site? There’s a module for tha

Today we are talking about Drupal Canvas, What it is, and when we can use it with guest Lauri Timmanee. We’ll also cover Starshot Demo Design System as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/518 Topics What is Drupal Canvas The Evolution and Future of Drupal Canvas Building with Drupal Canvas: Components and Templates User Experience and Flexibility in Drupal Canvas Collaboration and Extensibility in Drupal Canvas Default Components in Drupal Canvas Introduction to Modular Components Drupal CMS and Site Templates Acquia Source and Drupal Canvas Integration Pricing and Use Cases for Acquia Source Canvas Beta and Stability Migration and Upgrade Paths AI Integration in Drupal Canvas Future of Drupal Canvas Resources Civictheme storybook Acquia Source Guests Lauri Timmanee - lauriii Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi MOTW Correspondent Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu Brief description: Have you ever

Join John and Chris for an engaging conversation as they dive into the latest developments in Drupal CMS, including the analytics recipe installation and upcoming features for Project Browser. They also discuss the challenges and strategies of thriving with ADHD, the impact of AI in web development, and personal stories from summer activities to travel plans. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe009 Topics Introduction and Personal Reflections Living in Maine and Childhood Memories Travel Plans and European DrupalCon Project Browser and Technical Discussions AI and Coding Experiences The Future of Drupal and AI Integration Navigating ADHD Diagnosis and Management Conclusion and Final Thoughts John Picozzi John Picozzi is the Solutions Architect at EPAM Systems, where he helps organizations implement scalable and sustainable digital solutions—most often using Drupal. With over a decade of experience in web development, John has become a trusted voice in the Drupal community for his commitm

Today we are talking about Drupal’s Event Platform, What’s new, and what’s to come with guest Martin Anderson-Clutz. We’ll also cover ECA Tamper as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/517 Topics What is Event Platform New Features and Multi-Event Architecture Event Platform Theme: Event Horizon Managing Contribution Time Event Platform Workflow Features Transitioning to Recipes Module Installation Challenges in Drupal Event Platform Installation and Configuration Performance Improvements and Core Installer Issues Modular Design and Recipe Mapping Content Migration and Recipe Utilization Event Platform Adoption and Community Feedback Future Features and Enhancements for Event Platform Getting Started with Event Platform How to Get Involved with Event Platform Resources Event Platform Starter on Drupal Forge Blog post: Smart Menu Links: Drupal navigation with the power of Views Recap: My Return to Drupal GovCon 2025!! Cussing in Commits: Which Programming Language In

Today we are talking about Drupal CMS Analytics, Recipes, and how to use both with guest Dharizza Espinach. We’ll also cover Field Data as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/516 Topics Drupal CMS Analytics Track Balancing Personal and Work Contributions Planning and Estimating Contributions Team Effort and Collaboration Challenges and Solutions in UI and Integration Future Enhancements and Roadmap Conclusion and Contact Information Resources Noise Cancellation Tool Recipe installer kit Saplings Creating a Simple Donation form with Drupal, Stripe, and Webforms Guests Dharizza Espinach - dharizza Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi Rich Lawson - richlawson.co rklawson MOTW Correspondent Jacob Rockowitz - jrockowitz.com jrockowitz Brief description: Did you ever need to review all the data in a field on a content entity type or a specific bundle? Module name/project name: Field Data Brief history How o

In this episode, Martin and Jürgen dive deep into the concept of modular API, ECA and more. Jürgen shares insights from Dev Days in Lubin, key improvements in ECA 3.0, and the exciting potential of leveraging the BPMN interface for AI. The conversation also addresses future aspirations for ECA. Additionally, Jürgen and Martin share their personal travel hacks and discuss the intersection of Drupal travel and photography. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe008 Topics Introduction to Modular API Conversations at Dev Days Exploring Modeler API AI Integration and Future Prospects Challenges and Comparisons with Other Tools Community Collaboration and AI Initiatives Future Roadmap for ECA Travel Hacks and Personal Insights Conclusion and Final Thoughts Martin Anderson-Clutz Martin Anderson-Clutz is a highly respected figure in the Drupal community, known for his extensive contributions as a developer, speaker, and advocate for open-source innovation. Based in London, Ontario, Canada, Martin

Today we are talking about AI, How it can be privacy focused, and What amazee.ai is doing to help with guest Michael Schmid. We’ll also cover LiteLLM AI Provider as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/515 Topics Privacy Concerns with AI Amazee's Privacy-Focused AI Solutions Foundation Models and Their Importance AI-Powered Search in Drupal Customizing AI Responses and Search Proprietary vs. Open Source Models Understanding Neural Networks Training and Weights in Models Integrating AI with Drupal Practical Steps to Implement AI in Drupal AI and MCP for Automation Open Source Models in AI Future Directions for MAI AI Conclusion and Contact Information Resources amazee.ai Foundation models amazee ai provider & amazee ai vector db module Drupal AI module AI Chatbot MCP DrupalGovCon Guests Michael Schmid - amazee.ai schnitzel Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi Rich Lawson - richlawson.co rklawson MOTW Corres

Today we are talking about HTMX, What it is, and why it could be a game changer for Drupal with our guests Shawn Duncan & Carson Gross. We’ll also cover RefreshLess as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/514 Topics What is HTMX HTMX and Drupal Integration Community and Contribution Discussing HTMX and Its Integration HTMX's Stability and Composition Programming with HTMX: A Lego-like Experience Drupal's HTMX Initiative Proof of Concept and Community Involvement HTMX's Flexibility and Developer Experience Big Pipe and HTMX Integration Comparing HTMX with Hotwire Turbo Getting Involved with the HTMX Initiative Resources [Plan] Gradually replace Drupal's AJAX system with HTMX HTMX in core Proof of Concept HTMX contrib module HTMX Documentation Hypermedia Systems - Carson’s book A comparison of Hypermedia Application architecture with Single Page Application. Available for purchase and free online. Academic Paper on HTMX FACET Essays HTMX Sucks Locality of behavio

Today we are talking about Working from home, heading back to the office, and the current state of remote work with guest Kaleem Clarkson. We’ll also cover Microsoft 365 Connector as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/513 Topics Exploring Remote Work with Kaleem Clarkson Trust Issues in Management Employee Red Flags and Data-Driven Decisions Managerial Concerns with Return to Office Policies Respectful Implementation of Return to Office Challenges of Enforcing Office Mandates Benefits of In-Person Work Hybrid Work Models and Their Challenges Variations in Hybrid Work Policies Impact of Seniority on Office Policies Cutting DEI Initiatives: Fear and Legal Risks Employer Brand and Social Contracts Resources Blend Me Inc Guests Kaleem Clarkson - kclarkson Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi Rich Lawson - richlawson.co rklawson MOTW Correspondent Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu Brief description: Hav

In this episode of Talking Drupal Cafe, Stephen and Nic continue Talking Drupal #510's discuss about Drupal Hooks. They discuss the challenges, successes, and the importance of community collaboration in open-source projects. Nic also touches on the personal impact of working on Drupal core and the balancing act between contributing to the project and client work. Along the way, they share personal anecdotes, including a discussion on watches and coffee preferences. Watch this insightful conversation to better understand the evolution of Drupal hooks and the dedication behind core development. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe007 Topics Stephen Cross Stephen Cross is a seasoned Drupal developer, community advocate and content creator with over a two decades of experience building and optimizing web applications. In 2013 he founded and still hosts the Talking Drupal podcast, a community show where he’s published over 500 interviews and deep-dives with core contributors, agency leads and

Today we are talking about The Member Platform, Why it was created, and How you can get involved with guest JD Leonard. We’ll also cover Profile as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/512 Topics Introduction to Member Platform Member Platform: Origin and Vision Member Platform Features and MVP Post-MVP Vision and Challenges SaaS Solutions and Drupal Forge CRM Project and Member Platform Vision Evaluating CRM Options Integrating External CRMs with Drupal Targeting Different Market Segments Current Progress and Future Plans Community Involvement and Contributions Getting Involved with Member Platform Resources Member Platform https://www.drupal.org/project/member Drupal Slack #member-platform Sign up for Member Platform news CRM https://www.drupal.org/project/crm Drupal Slack #crm Drupal forge Drupito https://debugacademy.com/ https://drupito.com/ Erpal CRM Core CIVICRM Contributors to Drupal Core Hosts Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Pic

Today we are talking about The UI Suite Module, It’s module eco-system, and what’s new in the 2.0 release with guest Pierre Dureau. We’ll also cover Field Formatter Range as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/511 Topics What is UI Suite? UI Suite 2.0: Major Updates and Features Introduction to UI Suite Recipes Challenges with Drupal Themes Site Templates and UI Suite Component Compatibility and Community Education Design System Modules and Best Practices Experience Builder and UI Suite Integration Modernizing Display Tools Introducing the Distributor Tool Future of UI Suite and Core Integration Getting Involved with UI Suite Resources UI Suite [Meta] Make Drupal the first "design-system native" CMS + Unify & simplify render & theme systems sdc_devel Do’s Don’ts For SDC use all the props & slots in templates use the automatically defined attributes property do not define any props or slots that are unused define in the YAML all the props & slots yo

Join Carlos Ospina and Ana Laura Coto as they discuss their unique perspectives on work-life balance, the blending of personal and professional lives, and the challenges and opportunities within the Drupal community. From remote working experiences, integrating AI in their workflow, to the importance of small and medium-sized projects in sustaining the Drupal ecosystem, the conversation reveals insightful and diverse views. Hear their inspiring story of collaboration, love for Drupal, and their vision for making the Drupal community more inclusive and accessible globally. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe006 Topics Carlos Ospina Carlos is a seasoned Drupal Architect and active contributor in the Drupal community. With over two decades of experience in open-source technologies, Carlos specializes in site architecture, development guidance, and performance optimization. He is the founder of Palcera, a digital agency looking to deliver high-quality Drupal services to clients across the Ame

Today we are talking about Drupal Hooks, why they got changed in core, and what to do now with guest Karoly Négyesi better known as Chx. We’ll also cover Media Folders as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/510 Topics Deep Dive into Drupal Hooks The Evolution of Drupal Hooks Challenges and Solutions in Hook Conversion Community Involvement and Contributions The Future of Drupal Hook System Introduction to Procedural Hooks Understanding Theme Hooks Complexities of Preprocess Hooks Converting Hooks to Object-Oriented Impact on Contributed Modules Challenges in Core Conversion Future of Drupal Hooks Lightning Round and Conclusion Resources Hooks becoming OOP Convert everything everwhere all at once Conversion script Conversion patches Ordering hooks OOP Preprocess hooks Render API change 2009 issue for form api ungrokable 2007 change for calling themes hook Giant issue with all of the hook related links Longest hook in core: entity_query_tag__entity_test_mulrev__enti

Today we are talking about DrupalCon, Wordpress, and what a wordpress guy can learn at a Drupal Event with guest Chris Reynolds. We’ll also cover Shortcode as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/509 Topics The Pros and Cons of Short Codes Chris Reynolds' Journey to DrupalCon Comparing DrupalCon and WordCamp Funding and Organization of WordPress Events The Collaborative Spirit of the Drupal Community Wishlist for WordPress Features Composer Support in WordPress and Drupal Backward Compatibility in WordPress Challenges with Composer in Drupal Config Management in WordPress vs. Drupal Responsive Image Management User Experience in Drupal Community Collaboration Between WordPress and Drupal Resources A Wordpresser Goes To DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 wpcfm Longhorn PHP Conference Oct 23-25 in Austin, TX Call for proposals through July 18 Join #texas-camp in Drupal Slack if you’re interested in organizing a mini Texas Camp to pair with Longhorn PHP WP community collective G

Join Mike Miles and Aubrey Sambor as they discuss their experiences with public speaking at tech conferences, including the challenges and joys of presenting technical and big-picture talks. Dive into their personal summer plans, ranging from trips to Cape Cod and Asheville to beer festivals and camping adventures. The conversation also explores recent technology updates, such as Figma's site builder and Apple's new 'Liquid Glass' design, emphasizing the importance of accessibility. Tune in for a casual, insightful chat about professional growth, summer fun, and the ever-evolving tech landscape. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe005 Topics Michael Miles Mike is passionate about development and working with the latest open source technologies. He has been working in web engineering since 2003, utilizing a number of different technologies, languages and frameworks. He has been working with Drupal since 2008 and is a regular contributor to the community and project. From 2015 to 2024 he was

In this episode of Talking Drupal, we dive into the world of Drupal user groups and meetups with guests Lee Walker, Bernardo Martinez, and Bo Shipley. Our guests share their experiences in organizing and participating in Drupal communities and the vital role these meetups play in fostering continuous learning and professional development. We also explore the newest features of Drupal Core 11.2 in the Module of the Week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/508 Topics Meet the Guests: Lee, Bo, and Bernardo Module of the Week: Drupal Core 11.2 Diving into Drupal User Groups and Meetups Personal Journeys into Drupal User Groups The Role of Meetup.com in Drupal Communities Organizing and Attending Meetups vs. Conferences Challenges and Strategies for Growing Meetups Virtual and Hybrid Meetups: Impact on Attendance Success Tips for Organizing Meetups Keeping Meetups Simple and Engaging Preventing Organizer Burnout Challenges and Changes in Meetup Cadence Finding and Retaining Meetup Members Communi

In this episode of Talking Drupal, we delve into the International Drupal Federation Initiative with our guest Tim Doyle, CEO of the Drupal Association. We explore the goals, structure, and potential impact of this initiative on the global Drupal community. Additionally, we cover the Modeler API as our module of the week, discussing its functionalities and future potential. Joining the discussion are hosts John Picozzi, Norah Medlin, Nic Laflin, and Martin Anderson-Clutz, who bring their insights and perspectives to the table. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/507 Topics Meet the Guest: Tim Doyle Module of the Week: Modeler API Deep Dive into Modeler API Introducing the International Drupal Federation Initiative Governance and Global Impact Challenges and Future Prospects Annual Meeting and Governance Structure Challenges in Crafting Agreements Local Associations and Their Needs Engagement and Communication Strategies Regional Organizations and Governance US-Based Not-for-Profit Focus Inter

In this episode, Ivan Stegic and Randy Oest discuss the impact of AI on junior developers and other roles, debating whether AI will be a disruptive force in the job market. They delve into the complexities of using LinkedIn for job hunting and effective networking strategies. The conversation shifts to new features in Figma, the potential of AI-driven coding tools like Cursor, and the importance of investing in junior developers. They also explore higher education design systems, innovative business strategies, and reflect on the balance between tactical and digital controls in modern cars. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted chat about slang, parental roles, and mentorship. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe004 Topics Ivan Stegic Ivan is a prominent leader in the Drupal community and the founder of TEN7, a Minneapolis-based technology studio specializing in Drupal development, strategy, and digital transformation. With a background in physics and a passion for problem-solving, Iva

Today we are talking about Automated Testing Kit demo Recipe, Why Automated Testing is important, and How this recipe helps with guest André Angelantoni. We’ll also cover Taxonomy Views Integrator as our module of the week. For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/506 Topics What is Automated Testing Kit Features and benefits of Automated Testing Kit Cypress vs Playwright Where should these run Automated Testing Kit recipe Demo configuration Installing and setting up the Kit Using this on an existing site Managing tests and repositories Building and using recipes Debugging and troubleshooting tests Roadmap Resources Automated Testing Kit Demo Recipe Automated Testing Kit Documentation https://performantlabs.com/automated-testing-kit/automated-testing-kit https://performantlabs.com/testor/introduction Thread on nightwatch replacement Testor Automated Testing Kit Intro Video Automated Testing Kit Philosophy Recipes list Testery Testiny Code generators Drupal forge Guests André Angelantoni -