Lighting the Ledger for PHP

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 22:56
In TDT Newsletter Volume: 3, Issue: 46, we spotlight Packagist.org’s new transparency log, now in progress with backing from the PHP Foundation, Sovereign Tech Fund, and Private Packagist. The log will publicly track security-relevant package and account events, marking a major step toward strengthening PHP’s supply chain integrity and aligning with OpenSSF recommendations.

Sachiko Muto to Address Digital Commons at 2025 Brussels Policy Summit

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 22:04
The Digital Commons Policy Summit 2025, organised by NGI Commons in collaboration with the European Commission, will be held in Brussels on 20‑21 November 2025 and will feature Sachiko Muto, Chair of OpenForum Europe, addressing open‑policy and standardisation issues central to the future of Europe’s digital commons.

PHP Foundation Seeks New Executive Director as Roman Pronskiy Steps Down

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 21:34
The PHP Foundation has launched its search for a new Executive Director as Roman Pronskiy prepares to step down in early 2026. The role offers an opportunity to lead one of the world’s most widely-used programming language foundations and shape its next phase of development. Applications are open through December 15, 2025.

Drupal Dev Days 2025 Returning to Costa Rica on November

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 20:46
Drupal Dev Days returns to Costa Rica on November 21–22, 2025, for two days of sessions, networking, and contribution. Held at WeWork Cariari in Heredia, the event features tracks for beginners and experienced developers covering DrupalCMS, Canvas, AI, and more. Sponsored by Acquia, ParallelDevs, TanRen Tech, weKnow Inc, and Decimo Technology.

Pravesh Poonia Introduces Canvas SDC Starterkit to Accelerate Component-Development in Drupal

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 20:21
Pravesh Poonia has announced the upcoming release of the Canvas SDC Starterkit, a theming tool designed to streamline building Single Directory Components (SDCs) for Drupal Canvas. With Storybook integration and minimal setup (just a YAML and a Twig file required), this open‑source starter kit promises to merge front‑end workflows with Drupal’s backend power—ideal for theme developers and component libraries.

Stephen Mulvihill Releases Drupal Purview Module to Bridge Microsoft Purview with Drupal

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 19:42
Stephen Mulvihill has released the Drupal Purview module, providing deep integration between Drupal and Microsoft Purview to support enterprise metadata visibility, glossary term management, and data product discovery. It includes APIs, UI components, and a caching system that allows organizations to securely expose governance data within Drupal portals.

Montréal Drupal Meetup Returns November 25, Hosted by Evolving Web

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 19:11
Evolving Web will host the next Montréal Drupal Meetup on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM EST at their offices on Saint-Denis Street. The in-person event invites developers and Drupal enthusiasts to connect, hear talks, and exchange ideas on all things Drupal.

Community, AI, and Asia in Focus as amazee.io Connects at DrupalCon Nara 2025

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 17:37
amazee.io is fully present at DrupalCon Nara 2025 with a hands-on team, real DrupalAI case studies, and a clear focus on strengthening ties with the Asian Drupal community. From Michael Schmid’s practical AI session to on-the-ground engagement with partners and contributors, the company is using the event to push open source, hosting innovation, and meaningful collaboration forward.

Drupal Events From 17 to 23 November 2025

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 16:37
Discover what’s coming to DrupalCon Nara 2025 from 17 to 20 November. Join the community in Japan for four days of learning, innovation, and culture in one of the most historic cities in Asia.

Drupal AI Summit 2025 to Explore Open Source AI Strategy in Paris

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 16:30
Join the Drupal community in Paris on December 9 for the Drupal AI Summit, a one-day deep dive into practical, open source AI for real Drupal projects. Learn from experts, explore new AI tools and architectures, and get full access to the three-day FOST conference. Free Drupal community tickets are available with code DRUPALAIVIP. Seats are limited.

Rebuilding from the Ground Up: Nikita Aswani’s Case Study on Reviving Drupal India

The Drop Times - Mon, 11/17/2025 - 14:18
In her DrupalCon Asia 2025 session, Nikita Aswani shares a candid story of rebuilding the Drupal India community post-pandemic from restarting local meetups to creating engagement rituals and reimagining sustainability. With a focus on people over events, the session explores lessons in trust, volunteer energy, and long-term community purpose.

Heading to DrupalCon Asia 2025? Don't Miss the Magic of Nara

The Drop Times - Sat, 11/15/2025 - 07:52
DrupalCon Asia 2025 lands in Nara this weekend, blending the spirit of open-source collaboration with Japan’s ancient capital. The organisers have set the tone for a unique community experience—starting with a citywide Treasure Hunt on November 16. From sacred deer at Nara Park to the Great Buddha at Todai-ji, attendees can explore a cultural landscape steeped in history. Whether through guided adventures or quiet temple visits, Nara promises an unforgettable DrupalCon experience.

DCoE Finds: "The Drupal Economy Is Struggling, But There’s Hope"

The Drop Times - Sat, 11/15/2025 - 00:00
The Drupal economy is in decline, with agencies downsizing and budgets tightening across key sectors. Yet new data from the Drupal Center of Excellence shows signs of resilience. Rising community engagement and growing demand for RFPs suggest that while the downturn is real, so is the drive to rebuild and adapt.

amazee.io to Host Webinar on Private AI for Enterprises Concerned About Data Security

The Drop Times - Fri, 11/14/2025 - 21:39
Discover how your enterprise can adopt AI without sacrificing data control. On November 20, 2025, amazee.io will host a live webinar to explore Private AI solutions tailored for data privacy, security, and compliance in large organizations.

Matt Glaman to Present on “Drupal Canvas and AI” at December’s Fox Valley Drupal Meetup

The Drop Times - Fri, 11/14/2025 - 20:25
Fox Valley Drupal’s final 2025 meetup takes place December 17 in St. Charles, IL, featuring Matt Glaman on “Drupal Canvas and AI.” The hybrid session will be hosted both in person and online.

Drupal Association Invites Global Support for DrupalCamp Burkina Faso 2026

The Drop Times - Fri, 11/14/2025 - 16:47
The Drupal Association is calling on global sponsors and guest speakers to support DrupalCamp Burkina Faso 2026, a growing open-source tech event aimed at building digital skills in West Africa.

Yas Naoi to Present AI-Powered Workflow Engine Using YAML and LLMs at DrupalCon Nara

The Drop Times - Thu, 11/13/2025 - 23:41
At DrupalCon Nara 2025, Yas Naoi will introduce a retrieval-augmented AI workflow engine that transforms YAML-defined decision logic into automated approval processes using a large language model. The session will provide implementation insights and best practices for integrating AI into digital operations.

Taranto-Viva Web Map Uses Drupal and MapLibre to Drive Civic Engagement

The Drop Times - Thu, 11/13/2025 - 22:59
A new web mapping project for Taranto, Italy, integrates React and MapLibre GL JS with Drupal’s Geofield stack to support civic participation and territorial promotion. Created by Italo Mairo, the project was released as part of the #30DayMapChallenge and reflects modern approaches to decoupled web cartography.

Tag1 Releases Drupal 7.104 with Critical Security Fix and PHP 8.4 Support

The Drop Times - Thu, 11/13/2025 - 20:37
Tag1 has released Drupal 7.104, the first public core update since Drupal 7’s end-of-life, patching a critical JavaScript prototype pollution flaw and adding PHP 8.4 compatibility through its Extended Support program.

Rachael Censuales Debuts as a Speaker at DrupalCamp Italy 2025

The Drop Times - Thu, 11/13/2025 - 19:04
At DrupalCamp Italy 2025, Rachael Censuales makes her debut as a speaker, showcasing how OpenAI can unlock new Drupal capabilities. Her talk blends technical insight, mentorship, and the promise of new talent in the Drupal community.

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