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Hey there, Drupal Fam!

Wanted to drop you a line and share a bit about what it's like to be a journalist here in the heart of Drupal. It's not all flashy headlines and breaking news, but it's rewarding in its special way.

So, picture this: every day, I'm diving deep into the world of Drupal, connecting with community members, and getting the scoop on all the latest happenings. Whether it's chatting with developers, designers, or contributors, there's never a dull moment.

One of the valuable aspects of my role is connecting with Drupal community members for interviews. These engagements offer valuable insights and perspectives, enriching our understanding of the community and its contributions.

And let's not overlook the articles. We have some fantastic content lined up for you. From insightful analyses to thought-provoking pieces and event coverage, we consistently bring fresh and engaging material.

But here's the thing – it's not just about churning content. It's about doing justice to Drupal and all the incredible work being done by our community members. Their contributions make a difference, and I'm honoured to play a small part in showcasing their talents.

So, next time you're scrolling through our articles or tuning in to one of our interviews, remember – thanks to the Drupal community's amazing folks who make it all possible.

An organizational update: We are now active on Drupal Slack as #thedroptimes. Do search for the handle and join Slack, where you can participate in the process of news gathering by occasionally answering our queries or sharing your perspectives. 

Now, let's talk about some important news stories we covered from last week:

Automated Testing Kit for Drupal, led by André Angelantoni, revolutionizes end-to-end testing with its versatile features, impactful vision, and seamless integration of Cypress.io and Playwright frameworks. Andre is the project lead of the Automated Testing Kit, Layout Builder Kit, and Campaign Kit. He speaks with Alka Elizabeth in an email correspondence about the project.  

Nicolas Loye, CTO of Smile, a French Drupal agency, and the treasurer of Drupal France, shares insights with Elma John in an interview on community-driven growth, financial stewardship, and fostering collaboration. From porting projects to organizing Drupal events, Nicolas reflects on the essence of community work and its impact on his role as a technology leader.

Jorge Lopez-Lago, a seasoned Solutions Architect at FFW, shares his diverse experiences and insights in another exclusive interview with Elma. Jorge offers a glimpse into his evolution from a hands-on Drupal developer to a multifaceted leader and discusses his unique approach to problem-solving and community engagement.

Get the latest update from FOSDEM as Drupal, Joomla, Typo3, and WordPress join forces to establish the Open Website Alliance, representing over 50% of websites online.

The Drop Times is thrilled to announce its official media partnerships with DrupalCamp Rennes and Drupal Developer Days Burgas 2024! Stay tuned for exclusive coverage of these premier Drupal events, featuring insights, interviews, and live updates.

Discover the latest in Drupal and web technologies with Dries Buytaert, founder of Drupal, as he visits Japan for the first time in nearly eight years. This exclusive event on March 14, 2024, in Tokyo, promises valuable insights into the future of web development.

Get ready to save $100 on DrupalCon Portland tickets! Early bird registration is now open. Join the City of Roses for networking, collaboration, and learning with the Drupal community. Register now! Drupal Association introduces scholarships for historically oppressed communities and community grants to support vital Drupal contributors at the upcoming DrupalCon Portland 2024. Eligible individuals can seize this opportunity to engage in the conference and contribute to the Drupal community.

Dive into the heart of Drupal MountainCamp as a volunteer! Join in welcoming attendees, ensuring smooth sessions, and making this event unforgettable. Your contributions will be rewarded with drupal.org credits. Drupal Mountain Camp announces Acquia as its latest Gold Sponsor, adding substantial value to the upcoming event.

DrupalCamp Ghent 2024 invites professionals and experts to submit session proposals for its upcoming event, offering a platform to share insights with the Drupal, PHP, and JavaScript communities.

Beginning July 1, 2024, Drupal.org will discontinue patch testing and DrupalCI testing, mandating a shift to GitLab CI for automated testing. Contributors must switch from patches to merge requests by the specified date, marking a significant transition in the platform's testing framework.

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

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

Thank you,

Sincerely
Kazima Abbas
Sub-editor, TheDropTimes.

Something is overriding config in Drupal - you can see it by invoking drush with and without the flag to include overrides:

$ drush cget system.performance | grep -B1 preprocess css: preprocess: false -- js: preprocess: false $ drush cget --include-overridden system.performance | grep -B1 preprocess css: preprocess: true -- js: preprocess: true

Perhaps we want to turn this config off, but these overrides won't let us.

Where are these config overrides coming from?

Generally, overrides can come from two places - for example, see:

https://git.drupalcode.org/project/drupal/-/blob/10.2.3/core/lib/Drupal/Core/Config/Config.php#L280

// Apply overrides. if (isset($this->moduleOverrides) && is_array($this->moduleOverrides)) { $original_data = NestedArray::mergeDeepArray([$original_data, $this->moduleOverrides], TRUE); } if (isset($this->settingsOverrides) && is_array($this->settingsOverrides)) { $original_data = NestedArray::mergeDeepArray([$original_data, $this->settingsOverrides], TRUE); }

There could be an override in settings(.php) or perhaps it's coming from a module. How can we tell which?

The settingsOverrides and moduleOverrides properties of the config object are protected, but in modern PHP there's at least one trick we can use to have quick look at them.

$ drush ev "var_dump((fn() => \$this->moduleOverrides)->call(\Drupal::config('system.performance')))" NULL $ drush ev "var_dump((fn() => \$this->settingsOverrides)->call(\Drupal::config('system.performance')))" array(2) { ["css"]=> array(1) { ["preprocess"]=> bool(true) } ["js"]=> array(1) { ["preprocess"]=> bool(true) } }

So we can tell that these overrides are coming from settings as opposed to modules.

Hopefully that'll help us track them down.

Tags: drupal-planetdrupaldebugging

Drupal 9 stopped getting updates on November 1, 2023. Drupal 7 will stop getting updates by January 2025, but that's the last extension. Drupal 10 came out in December 2022, and the latest version, 10.1.6, was released on November 1, 2023. What does this mean? 

There’s a lot going right now in the drupal space and many websites are migrating to updated versions of Drupal. In fact, as of now, over 12,000 websites have already switched to Drupal 10, as per the Upgrade Status module download stats. This simply means that now is the best time for you to opt for a Drupal migration company and make the move. Let's have a look at the various ways to migrate in Drupal, with a special focus on custom migrations using the SqlBase source plugin.

Looking for your input for DrupalCon Portland 2024 initiative highlights

I have the pleasure to organize the DrupalCon initiative keynotes now twice a year. The genius idea of this I believe came from Angie Byron, and ever since we include them, they are among the top rated sessions at each DrupalCon. The goals of this keynote are manyfold. First, we want to show the people who lead important work in core, humanising the software.

Gábor Hojtsy Mon, 02/12/2024 - 11:50

Upgraded my blog from Drupal 7 to Drupal 10 in less than 24 hours with the open source Acquia Migrate Accelerate

After 16 years, I was back in Brussels for another FOSDEM last weekend. Back then, as the lead maintainer, I presented about the brand new Drupal 6 version. Now I revisited the pieces that made the Drupal 8 Multilingual Initiative super successful (dedicated post about that coming soon). That reminded me how much I used this website and other custom websites to support initiatives I worked on, and how I neglected to take care of the site in recent years. I wanted to move a bit forward, and kind of got carried away in the best way possible.

Gábor Hojtsy Fri, 02/09/2024 - 15:57

Uncover the journey of Nicolas Loye, CTO at Smile and a Drupal luminary, as he shares insights on community building, leadership, and staying at the forefront of technology. Discover the blend of technical expertise and community stewardship that defines his impactful role in the Drupal ecosystem.

The Drupal Community Working Group is pleased to announce that nominations for the 2024 Aaron Winborn Award are now open. 

This annual award recognizes an individual who demonstrates personal integrity, kindness, and above-and-beyond commitment to the Drupal community. It includes a scholarship and travel stipend for the winner to attend DrupalCon North America and recognition in a plenary session at the event.

Nominations are open to all Drupal community members*, including but not limited to people who have made a big impact in their local or regional community. If you know of someone who has made a big difference to any number of people in our community, we want to hear about it. 

This award was created in honor of long-time Drupal contributor Aaron Winborn, whose battle with Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or  ALS (also referred to as Lou Gehrig's Disease)  came to an end on March 24, 2015. Based on a suggestion by Hans Riemenschneider, the Community Working Group, with the support of the Drupal Association, launched the Aaron Winborn Award.

Nominations are open until Friday, March 29, 2024.
A committee consisting of the Community Working Group members (Conflict Resolution Team) as well as past award winners will select a winner from the nominations. 
* Current members of the CWG Conflict Resolution Team and previous winners are not eligible for winning the award.

Previous winners of the award are:

2015: Cathy Theys  
2016: Gábor Hojtsy
2017: Nikki Stevens 
2018: Kevin Thull 
2019: Leslie Glynn  
2020: Baddý Breidert
2021: AmyJune Hineline
2022: Angie Byron 
2023: Randy Fay

Now is your chance to show, support, and recognize an amazing community member!

If you know someone amazing who should benefit from this award please submit a nomination.

Also, if you are a creator and would like to help craft one of our future Aaron Winborn Awards, please reach out to the Drupal Community Working Group.
 

 

There is an ongoing debate among developers regarding the use of patches versus pull requests for contributions. Since its migration to GitLab in 2018, Drupal has undergone significant changes. As of July 2024, the removal of Drupal CI and automated patch testing could potentially change the way contributions are made.

DrupalCon Portland 2024 promises to be an unmissable event for web developers, designers, and business professionals invested in the Drupal ecosystem. As one of the most significant gatherings in the Drupal community, the conference offers a variety of benefits that extend beyond just technical knowledge. From networking opportunities to staying ahead in the rapidly evolving digital landscape, attending DrupalCon Portland can be a game-changer for professionals. Let's explore 6 of the top benefits of being part of this transformative event!

Cutting-Edge Insights

DrupalCon is renowned for bringing together thought leaders and experts in the Drupal community. Attendees will have the chance to gain insights into the latest trends, innovations, and best practices in web development, ensuring they stay at the forefront of the industry.

Networking and Career Opportunities

Connect with like-minded professionals and Drupal enthusiasts at DrupalCon. The conference offers a networking platform beyond sessions, fostering relationships for potential partnerships, job opportunities, and collaborative projects. Explore career prospects by engaging with hiring companies and recruiters in the Drupal ecosystem, as many organizations actively seek skilled professionals to join their teams.

Skill Enhancement

Join interactive training sessions and learn from industry experts at DrupalCon. These sessions aim to improve your skills and offer practical knowledge for immediate application to your projects. DrupalCon provides a variety of session tracks suitable for different interests and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, there are sessions customized to meet your requirements, guaranteeing a comprehensive learning experience.

Stay Informed About Drupal releases

DrupalCon Portland 2024 presents a fantastic chance to stay informed about the latest developments and insights in Drupal's upcoming core and feature releases. By participating, you can stay ahead of the curve by gaining knowledge about the new features, enhancements, and possible challenges that Drupal has in store. This event provides a valuable opportunity to stay current and well-informed within the Drupal community.

Contribute to the Community

DrupalCon provides a comprehensive experience beyond training and discussions, allowing participants to actively contribute through collaborative code sprints. These hands-on sessions, where developers collectively enhance Drupal core and modules, offer valuable practical experience. Beyond coding, attendees can also contribute through non-code avenues such as volunteering and mentoring, enriching their overall DrupalCon experience. This inclusive and collaborative spirit defines DrupalCon, fostering a vibrant community of shared knowledge and expertise.

Vendor Expo

Take advantage of the vendor expo at DrupalCon Portland 2024 to explore cutting-edge tools, services, and technologies that seamlessly integrate with Drupal. Immerse yourself in engaging conversations with industry-leading vendors to gain a deep understanding of their offerings. This is a unique opportunity to identify potential partnerships or solutions that can significantly enhance the effectiveness of your Drupal projects. By actively participating in the expo, you'll be able to discover and leverage the latest innovations that can elevate your Drupal experience.

DrupalCon Portland 2024 is not just a conference; it's an immersive experience that can significantly impact your professional growth. The benefits are extensive, from staying updated on the latest Drupal developments to forging valuable connections and contributing to the open source community. Attendees can expect to leave the conference with enhanced skills, fresh perspectives, and a network of contacts that can propel their careers to new heights.

Registration is now open for DrupalCon Portland 2024, held from 6-9 May at the Oregon Convention Center.