Talking Drupal Newsletter 8/18/25
#516 - Drupal CMS & Recipes
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.
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
Guests
Dharizza Espinach - dharizza
Hosts
Nic Laflin - nLighteneddevelopment.com nicxvan
John Picozzi - epam.com johnpicozzi
Rich Lawson - richlawson.co rklawson
Module of the Week
with Jacob Rockowitz - jrockowitz.com jrockowitz
Field Data - Adds a 'Data' tab to Drupal core's 'Field list' report (/admin/reports/fields), which allows administrators to view and download field data.
TD Cafe #007 - Martin Anderson-Clutz & Jürgen Haas
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.
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 began his career as a graphic designer before transitioning into web development. His journey with Drupal started in late 2005 when he was seeking a robust multilingual CMS solution, leading him to embrace Drupal's capabilities.
Martin holds the distinction of being the world's first Triple Drupal Grand Master, certified across Drupal 7, 8, and 9 as a Developer, Front-End Specialist, and Back-End Specialist. He also possesses certifications in various Acquia products and is UX certified by the Nielsen Norman Group.
Currently serving as a Senior Solutions Engineer at Acquia, Martin has been instrumental in advancing Drupal's ecosystem. He has developed and maintains several contributed modules, including Smart Date and Search Overrides, and has been actively involved in the Drupal Recipes initiative, particularly focusing on event management solutions. His current work on the Event Platform aims to streamline the creation and management of event-based websites within Drupal.
Beyond development, Martin is a prominent speaker and educator, having presented at numerous Drupal events such as DrupalCon Barcelona and EvolveDrupal. He is also a co-host of the "Talking Drupal" podcast, where he leads the "Module of the Week" segment, sharing insights on various Drupal modules.
Martin's dedication to the Drupal community is evident through his continuous efforts to mentor, innovate, and promote best practices within the open-source landscape.
Jürgen Haas
Jürgen Haas is a seasoned software architect, open source advocate, and long-time contributor to the Drupal community. Based in Germany, Jürgen brings decades of experience in enterprise IT solutions, specializing in system architecture, security, and digital transformation. He is known for his leadership within the ECA project and for being the track lead for privacy and data protection in Drupal CMS.
Jürgen is an active participant in community initiatives, a frequent speaker at Drupal events, and a mentor to developers looking to deepen their expertise in scalable and secure web applications. His work reflects a passion for innovation, collaboration, and the power of open-source technology to solve real-world business challenges
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
Resouces
Detect Upstream Changes: Weekly Module Testing with GitLab CI
Real Drupal Site Dependency Testing – A Strategic Approach
Guests
Martin Anderson-Clutz - mandclu.com mandclu
Jürgen Haas - jurgenhaas
Upcoming Episodes
#518 Experience Builder with Lauri Timmanee. Recording August 26.
#519 DrupalCon Vienna with DrupalCon Vienna. Recording September 2.
#520 Dripyard with Mike Herchel. Recording September 9.
#521 Tugboat with James Sansbury. Recording September 16.
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Recap: My Return to Drupal GovCon 2025!
by John Picozzi
After more than five years away, I was happy to return to Drupal GovCon, hosted on the beautiful campus of the University of Maryland in College Park. The event brought together an incredible mix of government technologists, open source enthusiasts, and Drupal community members—all with plenty of hot topics (especially AI) to dig into.
Continue reading at picozzi.com
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