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DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 introduced updates to Drupal’s marketing efforts, including a redesigned drupal.org and new tools for certified partners. The focus is on “Rewarding Makers” by connecting them with leads and supporting promotion of Drupal CMS.

A new open-source desktop app for Drupal CMS was introduced during the Driesnote at DrupalCon Atlanta 2025. The app simplifies installation on macOS and Windows, offering an easier way to get started with Drupal locally.

Gagana Girish, a graphic designer at Specbee, won the DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 T-shirt Design Contest. Her design earned the most public votes and will appear on the official event T-shirt.

Kristen Pol, Co-Founder of Quant CDN, received the 2025 Aaron Winborn Award at DrupalCon Atlanta. The award honors her contributions to the Drupal community and marks the 10th anniversary of the recognition.

DrupalCon North America 2026 will take place in Chicago, Illinois, from 23 to 26 March. The annual open-source conference will bring together the Drupal community for sessions, networking, and collaboration.

DrupalCon Asia 2025 will take place from 17 to 19 November at Hotel Nikko in Nara, Japan. Organized by Drupal Asia with support from the Drupal Association and Linux Australia Council, the event follows last year’s conference in Singapore and continues Drupal’s regional focus.

Perspectives from DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 attendees on key topics they’re exploring, including AI, Drupal CMS, community building, and strategic priorities.

DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 continues on March 26 with sessions that address essential topics across the Drupal ecosystem. Christopher Gervais shares progress on Composer-based supply chain security and automated updates with checksum verification. Jurgen Haas outlines how Drupal CMS now offers built-in tools for privacy compliance, helping users meet evolving legal standards without added complexity. Matthew Saunders presents strategies for creating neuroinclusive workplaces, emphasizing the business value of cognitive diversity. These sessions highlight Drupal’s ongoing efforts to support secure, compliant, and inclusive digital experiences.

Join the London Drupal User Group on March 26 for a deep dive into product thinking with Paul McCrodden. Discover how a product mindset can sharpen focus, boost collaboration, and bring real value to your Drupal projects.

At DrupalCon Atlanta 2025, Dries Buytaert took the stage to deliver one of the most defining Driesnotes to date — laying out a clear roadmap for the evolution of Drupal CMS. Building on the momentum of Drupal CMS 1.0, Dries introduced the next phase: site templates, Experience Builder integration, and the possibility of a curated marketplace. These aren’t just new features — they represent a fundamental shift in how Drupal is positioned, adopted, and experienced by users. From LEGO-inspired analogies to a candid reflection on missed media coverage, this keynote was a call to rethink how Drupal meets the needs of today’s web builders. As the community looks toward Drupal CMS 2.0 and beyond, the challenge is no longer just about flexibility — it’s about accessibility, visibility, and scale. Dive into our full recap and analysis of Driesnote 2025 and discover how Drupal is preparing to shape the next era of the open web.

The Automated Testing Kit (ATK) Introduction Video 1.0 is now available, showing how Drupal developers can use Cypress, Playwright, and Testor for efficient end-to-end testing. The video covers GitHub integration, Pantheon and Tugboat previews, and more. Try ATK with the Demo Recipe and join the #automated_testing_kit channel for support.

DrupalCon Vienna 2025, happening October 14-17, will feature a new InfoSec & DevOps Track focused on security, performance, and automation. Session proposals are open for case studies, security trends, and DevOps tools to enhance Drupal workflows.

DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 opened with a full day of summits, training sessions, and community discussions. Key updates included insights from Drupal Association CEO Tim Doyle on governance, financial sustainability, and marketing, along with conversations on accessibility and global adoption.

In this interview transcript, Alka Elizabeth of The DropTimes speaks with Shanice Ortiz and Theresa Jacobs ahead of their DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 panel, Using Your Superpowers to Lead in a Male-Dominated Industry. The discussion covers barriers women face in tech leadership, the role of allyship, and how Four Kitchens fosters an inclusive, collaborative work environment. Through personal experiences and practical insights, they reflect on what needs to change to make leadership more equitable in the Drupal community and beyond.

Aten Design Group is bringing big energy to DrupalCon Atlanta 2025! Expect insightful sessions, live demos, creative giveaways—and a sneak peek at tools like Mercury Editor and Layout Paragraphs. Don’t miss their booth or the buzz around their one-of-a-kind sketchbook drop!

Ahead of DrupalCon Atlanta 2025, three featured speakers—Marcus Johansson, John Locke, and Pablo Lopez—share detailed insights on AI automation in Drupal CMS, container-less development using Nix, and improvements to Drupal’s admin user interface. Their sessions, scheduled for March 25, highlight practical tools and approaches for developers, site builders, and administrators.

Workshop Orange will distribute branded fortune cookies at DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 as part of a targeted marketing effort. The cookies will be shared during a Drupal networking dinner, with messaging focused on agency support and project delivery.

The Information Architecture Creation Kit (IACK) is a new Drupal module designed to automate site architecture using AI. Developed by Swarad Mokal and supported by Axelerant, IACK enables bulk creation of content types, fields, vocabularies, and terms. The module integrates AI Assistants to streamline the process, reducing manual setup time for developers and site administrators. Learn more or watch the demo.

Aten Design Group is bringing big energy to DrupalCon Atlanta 2025! Stop by their booth for a live demo of Mercury Editor, exclusive swag, and a chance to connect with the Atenauts. Don’t miss out on the latest in intuitive Drupal publishing!

amazee.io will be at DrupalCon Atlanta 2025 as an Advocate Sponsor from March 24-27, bringing insights into AI-powered Drupal hosting, content management, and search innovation. General Manager Michael Schmid will present a lightning talk on building a website in five minutes with Drupal AI. The team will also lead sessions on AI-driven search, content distribution, and modern Drupal workflows. Attendees can connect with experts, grab exclusive swag, and join an invite-only Agency Leaders Dinner co-hosted with Acquia.