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One of our clients is Programming Librarian, a site for librarians to plan educational programs. Programs, like many events, are often seasonal, oriented around holidays and seasonal activities.

The site has a block for each month of the year, containing content for that month. It has a custom field for the month number.

Revolutionizing Content Editing with AI in Drupal

Nowadays, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a powerful tool to enhance the process of creating and managing digital content. Drupal, known for its flexibility and robustness as a content management system (CMS), has already started to integrate this new technology, adding exceptional capabilities for generating and improving content.

In this detailed guide, as a showcase, we will demonstrate how to install and configure the modules AI (Artificial Intelligence) and Image Genie AI in Drupal, the first to integrate AI with CKEditor, thereby improving its editing capabilities, such as text generation, tone alterations, or translations, and the second to generate images, enabling the creation of complete content , quickly and efficiently.

It is worth mentioning that these modules are currently in development phase, so their use in production is currently discouraged.

Prerequisites

Today we’re looking at a fairly simple addition to Starshot, but one that can add a lot of power to a site.

While the default Drupal install provides a contact form, it does it through the rather basic “contact” module, that is built into Drupal Core. This has a lot of limitations, and many people prefer to use the more powerful “Webform” module.

Providing this in Drupal CMS saves the somewhat tedious process of adding a contact form to each Drupal installation. It also adds a Webform contact form in a more standard way, so sites are more likely to follow a consistent pattern when adding…

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Follow along as I (Ashraf Abed of DebugAcademy.com) fix a bug in the contributed Drupal module, Responsive Menus. This embedded video follows as I diagnose the problem, research the issues, create a branch on gitlab, fix the issue locally, test the fix, and submit my fix to Drupal.org for the community to benefit from.

This was done as part of Debug Academy's Drupal Training course.

Today we are talking about WEBAssembly, How it’s used, and cool things you can use it for with Drupal with guest Matt Glaman. We’ll also cover Darkmode JS as our module of the week.

For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/478

• What is WebAssembly
• Progressive Web Aoos
• Open source
• Does it have a community
• Browser support
• How does it work
• Common use cases
• How can you use this with Drupal
• This was an early concept for Drupal trial
• Challenges
• Wordpress playground
• Pieces that do not work for PHP
• Are there risks
• Are there resources for people that want to use WebAssembly
• Do you see it being used with Drupal

• WEBAssembly
• WEBAssembly history
• Browser support
• 2038
• WordPress Playground
  • https://playground.wordpress.net
  • https://github.com/adamziel
• Slides from Barcelona: The Web APIs powering the Starshot trial:
  • https://mglaman.dev/sites/default/files/2024-09/The Web APIs powering the Starshot trial experience.pdf
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJVM_uDGD5I&list=PLpeDXSh4nHjQOfQV-BUgoxHXlr4tHlhPO&index=64

Matt Glaman - mglaman.dev mglaman

Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi Suzanne Dergacheva - evolvingweb.com pixelite

Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu

• Brief description:
  • Have you ever wanted your Drupal site to provide a widget that allows visitors to go over to the dark side of your theme? There’s a module for that.
• Module name/project name:
  • Darkmode JS
• Brief history
  • How old: created in May 2022 by Arthur Baghdasaryan (arthur.baghdasar) of Last Call Media
  • Versions available: 1.0.7 which works with Drupal 9, 10, and 11
• Maintainership
  • Actively maintained
  • Security coverage
  • Number of open issues: 1 open issues which is a bug against the current branch, but is postponed, waiting for more info
• Usage stats:
  • 89 sites
• Module features and usage
  • The module is a wrapper for the DarkmodeJS library which gets 1,000 weekly downloads, according to NPM. That library does have its own demo / tutorial site, so if you want to understand the options it exposes, we will add a link in the show notes
  • The module provides options to control where on the page you want the widget to appear, what colors it should use, whether or not to store a user’s choices in cookies, and whether or not to automatically match a visitor’s OS theme setting of light/dark
  • Installing the module currently requires making some changes to your site’s composer.json file, then configuring how you want the widget to appear, and then placing the block in your site theme
  • The module also doesn’t currently include a schema file for its configuration, which can cause challenges particularly for sites that run automated tests

After the huge success of the DrupalCon Portland competition, the Drupal Association is excited to announce that the t-shirt design contest will be returning for DrupalCon Atlanta! 

We want to see the Drupal community's design ideas for the official t-shirt, available for all attendees to wear and enjoy. Do you have a fantastic idea in mind? Let’s see your creativity!

The winner will get THEIR design on the front of the official t-shirt for DrupalCon Atlanta 2025!

What the judges are looking for

Judges are looking for a combination of creativity, impact, and relevance to the Drupal community. A design that tells a story and aligns with the values and aspirations of DrupalCon attendees is likely to capture attention.

While exploring bold ideas, consider how your design will resonate with a diverse audience. Think of classic elements that make a T-shirt memorable while pushing creative boundaries.  Avoid overcomplicating things; sometimes less is more, especially if every element adds value to the message. 

Now, for the finer details…

Your design must include the DrupalCon Atlanta Logo and will only be featured on the front of the t-shirt. Sponsor logos will be added to the t-shirt sleeves after the design is finalized. 

Specs: 

• PNG or PDF preferred
• 16 inches tall, 13 inches wide
• graphics need to be 300 dpi

All designs must be submitted by 31 December 2024 at 23:59 UTC, after which the submission form will close.

The Drupal Association will then select four designs to go forward to a public vote.

The top four designs, as chosen by the Drupal Association, will then be voted upon by the public, with voting closing on 18 January at 23:59 UTC. 

The winning design will be printed on the front of the official DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 t-shirt and the winner will receive a complimentary ticket to their choice of either DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 or DrupalCon North America 2026.

How to enter

Simply create your design, then fill out our submission form by 18 December to submit your final design. We also ask that you include a sentence or two describing why you chose your design and how it represents the Drupal community.

So, what are you waiting for? Submit your design now, and please help us spread the word throughout the Drupal community!

Good luck!

** Drupal Association staff and members of the DrupalCon Atlanta Steering Committee will not be permitted to enter this contest.**

Dear Readers,

Ever put your heart and soul into a project, be it an art project back in school or a work thing that sustains your corporate existence? Then you all will be able to relate that more than the work itself, it was the happiness and pride in the eyes of those who saw you, that made all the difference.  For all of us, it's that 'pat on the back' that pushes us to do better each day — the recognition, a token of appreciation. The fuel for motivation is not any different for Drupal, its agencies, and the community.

Did you know the Splash Award made its debut a decade ago? This time it is widening its ambit with the first-ever Splash Awards Drupal Asia at DrupalCon Singapore 2024. 10 years of an exemplary institution for recognizing and inspiring innovation through acknowledging the outstanding websites and digital experiences built with Drupal. The much relevant, nod of approval for the Drupal agencies to tread on. To put organizations and users who are doing extraordinary things in the field of Drupal in the spotlight and add a feather to their hat.

Esmeralda Tijhoff had an opportunity to interview Bert Boerland, one of the pioneers of the award about the genesis and growth of the Splash Awards. The prestigious accord stemmed from the need to promote Drupal better.

“Our dream is to grow into a kind of Eurosplash Awards with the best European entries!"

Drupal Splash Awards Asia will take place on Monday, December 9, 2024, at 5:15 PM inside the Garden Ballroom at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay. The evening promises to be a night of glamour and inspiration, as Drupal developers and agencies gather to celebrate the exceptional work being done in the community. 

20 projects by various organizations have been shortlisted across five different categories along with Drupal’s Founder and Project Lead, Dries Buytaert, announcing the "Best in Show" award. This week The DropTimes will bring you a comprehensive overview of all the finalists in the series 'Splash Award Finalists'.

Along with these, other important stories from the last week include;

DrupalCon Singapore 2024 is less than a week away. If you are a first-time attendee, here are a few tips for you to smoothly navigate your first DrupalCon Experience: Countdown to DrupalCon Singapore 2024: Tips for First-Time Attendees

Adding to our happiness in efficiently collaborating with DrupalCon Singapore 2024, The DropTimes is now the official media partner for DrupalCon Vienna 2025. We will act as the prime location for all content surrounding the biggest Drupal event in Europe. This is the third time TDT has been named the official media partner for the European DrupalCon. 

Pantheon has introduced the Content Publisher, bridging Google Docs with WordPress, Drupal, and Next.js for seamless content publishing. The tool streamlines workflows with live previews, robust editorial features, and AI-assisted enhancements. Sign up for the beta to explore this CMS integration solution.

Developed by Anand Toshniwal and recognized by Dries Buytaert himself, a Python script now automates the creation of .component.yml files for Single Directory Components in Drupal. Simplifying workflows and improving accuracy, this tool supports projects like the Starshot Demo Design System, enhancing efficiency for developers.

MidCamp 2025 has opened its call for session proposals, inviting speakers to share their expertise at the annual event. Scheduled for May 20-22, 2025, the proposals are being accepted until January 12, 2025.

Drupal Developer Days 2025 is inviting sponsors to help make the event a success. Scheduled to attract over 200 attendees from across Europe, this four-day gathering is a prime opportunity for organizations to showcase their support for one of the fastest-growing open-source communities. The event is in Leuven, Belgium, from 15 - 18 April 2025.

Read this week’s edition of Events of the Week by The DropTimes, where we highlight notable Drupal gatherings happening around the globe. Whether you're a seasoned developer, site builder, or just starting your Drupal journey, there's something for everyone in this vibrant community.  

Carlos Ospina shared an update on the progress of the IXP Initiative, an effort to support company-IXP engagements within the Drupal community. Carlos replaced the proposed Google Forms tracking system with a proof-of-concept site. Utilizing the ECA and Group modules for the first time, he developed a working solution within two days to handle the entire engagement process.

Artisan, a new Drupal base theme created by Alejandro Cabarcos introduces a robust framework for building customizable and reusable Drupal themes. Developed by Metadrop, Artisan is built on Bootstrap 5 and Sass, offering extensive use of CSS variables to streamline customization and ensure consistent design across projects.  

Nigel Kersten has been appointed Chief Product Officer at Platform.sh to lead Product Strategy and Upsun Development. An influential figure in the DevOps community, Nigel co-founded the State of DevOps Report, introducing DORA metrics that have elevated software delivery practices across the industry. Serving as the primary co-author for 11 years, he pioneered best practices for modernizing complex IT environments through DevOps and platform engineering.

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.

In the above video, we’ll take our first look at Drupal CMS Beta, part of the Drupal Starshot initiative. This initiative aims to provide a downloadable packaged version of Drupal with pre-installed and configured contributed modules.

In the show notes below, you’ll learn about the Drupal Starshot Initiative, Drupal CMS, and how to install it using DDEV.

We’ll then explore Drupal CMS’s functionality and examine some modules included in the packaged solution.

It’s day 2 of the Drupal Advent calendar and today we’re taking a look at the first step to any new website built with Drupal CMS, the site installer.

The previous Drupal installer wasn’t terrible, but it required a lot of steps, and typically needed a lot more work, finding and installing modules, when the initial install was complete.

The new installer has tried to simplify the process as much as possible, and offers a friendlier interface.

The primary question it asks is what are the main goals of your site:

At present, there are six options, but these are expected to be expanded in the future…

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• Installer