1xINTERNET at DrupalCon Barcelona 2024
A gathering of innovation and community
This year, DrupalCon took place in Barcelona and, as in previous years, we were proud to be Platinum Sponsors. DrupalCon is a vibrant celebration of the Drupal community, where developers, designers, marketers, and business leaders come together to share ideas, collaborate, and innovate.This year was no exception, and we enjoyed engaging with fellow Drupal users and makers.
1xINTERNET, has always been passionate about being a maker in the Drupal ecosystem, the entire company takes pride in the commitment to the Drupal project and community engagement. Looking back at the highlights of this year's event, it’s clear that DrupalCon continues to be a place for creativity and growth, significantly shaped by contributions from organisations and individuals.
A hub of knowledge sharing
One of the most compelling aspects of DrupalCon is the wealth of knowledge shared across diverse sessions. This year, the conference featured an impressive line-up of talks, workshops, and panels that suited both experienced developers and newcomers to Drupal.
DriesNote
Without a doubt, DriesNote is a highlight of the conference for the majority of attendees. During his 40th DriesNote this year, Dries Buytaert did not disappoint, leaving the audience inspired and excited about the future of Drupal with the Drupal CMS update. For a deeper look into this topic and what it means for Drupal, we recommend the article “DrupalCon Barcelona - A seminal moment in Drupal’s history” by Paul Johnson, where he breaks down the status of the Drupal CMS to date.
Inspiring sessions on stage
This year, the 1xTEAM took the stage a few times, delivering sessions and panels that started good discussions among attendees. A proud shoutout to our incredible sessions and their speakers:
- "Elevating content editor experience with realtime inline editing" by Artem Dmitriiev and Bruno Bruno. This session was very well received, and afterwards, inspired guests continued the discussion at our booth, which is always a great confirmation of successful knowledge sharing.
- "Unlocking AI potential in Drupal: from possibilities to practical applications" by Christoph Breidert. This session was held in a packed room with fellow AI enthusiasts. Every seat was taken and it was obvious that AI is the hot topic these days.
- "Transforming digital strategy at scale: a case study of Schwabe Group's journey with Drupal" presented by Baddy Sonja Breidert from 1xINTERNET and Alexander Reisenauer from Schwabe, it's always great to see real business cases and how Drupal has impacted the digital landscape within large enterprises. In this session attendees saw firsthand what was accomplished and how Drupal was utilised to achieve success.
- "Hidden Diamonds - The best lesser known Drupal modules you want to add to your website" by Yannick Leyendecker and Rouven Volk. The hidden diamonds that were presented during this session to the Drupal Community were a great discovery for many attendees. Yannick and Rouven shined a different light on what is possible with different Drupal modules. This session was actually a highlight of DrupalCon for some of the attendees at the conference as you can read in the article “Lesser known Drupal modules I discovered at DrupalCon” by Pri Scarabelli from Pivale.
Connecting with the Community at DrupalCon Sessions
- During the Drupal Core Initiative lead Keynote Christoph Breidert from 1xINTERNET took part on our behalf as Track Leads for Advanced Search in Drupal CMS. He went over the results of a community survey that was made to scope the future of the Advanced Search.
- "Bridging the gap: unlocking non-code contributions" was a panel discussion featuring the panellists Surabhi Gokte, Baddy Sonja Breidert, Shawn Perritt, Lenny Moskalyk, and Seferiba Salif SOULAMA created to highlight the importance of non-code contributions.
- "How to Promote Drupal: The Ultimate Toolkit" with Paul Johnson from 1xINTERNET, Rosie G from ImageX and Emma Thorrel from University of Edinburgh highlighted how Drupal can be promoted and how we can all have some impact with actions.
1xINTERNET bringing in the Barcelona vibes
The 1xINTERNET booth was buzzing with activity as we welcomed a variety of guests for important conversations throughout the conference. Our marketing and design team worked hard to create a vibrant atmosphere that reflected the essence of Barcelona. Highlights included a glow-in-the-dark room showcasing company information, live art by Denize de Araujo Sanches and Caroline Selmes as well as some impressive pro Yo-Yo tricks.
The artwork at our booth was created by local artist Bruno Lamborde, but if you take a walk around Barcelona, you’ll find amazing graffiti art everywhere. A highlight in our booth was the custom-designed Nike Air Force shoes by Bruno, which now have a new owner - congratulations to Lenny Moskalyk!
Elements essential for growth
As Drupal continues to evolve, the insights gained from DrupalCon play an important role in shaping its future. The conference emphasised collaboration, innovation, and community spirit - elements that are essential for driving progress within the Drupal ecosystem. With organisations actively contributing to these conversations, we can expect to see continued advancements in open-source technology and community-driven initiatives, which makes us very proud and excited for the future.
For those who missed this year’s DrupalCon, don’t worry! All sessions were recorded and are available online for viewing.
The power of community Makers
DrupalCon is a testament to the power of community-driven development and the limitless possibilities of open-source technology. Whether you're a developer with years of experience, a marketer, or new to the Drupal ecosystem, there’s always something to learn and contribute. Together, we can push the boundaries of what’s possible in the digital world.
As we reflect on this year’s highlights, we look forward to next year's DrupalCon in Vienna!
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