Backdrop CMS for Developers Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for government website administrators at beginner to intermediate levels who wish to efficiently manage a Backdrop CMS website without requiring extensive coding knowledge. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install, configure, and maintain a Backdrop CMS website. - Manage content, users, and permissions effectively. - Customize the website layout and appearance. - Extend website functionality using modules and themes. - Perform backups and adhere to security best practices for government.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level developers who wish to master Drupal 10, with a focus on custom module creation, development practices, and the integration of DevOps processes using Azure. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Understand the core functionalities and new features of Drupal 10. - Develop custom modules that align with specific business requirements. - Implement best practices in Drupal development for government projects. - Configure and manage development environments using Azure services. - Automate deployment and scaling processes using Azure DevOps tools.

Drupal 10 is a robust open-source content management system used to develop and manage dynamic websites and applications. This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate web administrators, content managers, and developers who wish to learn how to build, manage, and customize websites using Drupal 10. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Understand Drupal’s ecosystem, features, and user interface. - Construct and configure sites with content types, fields, and navigation. - Manage content through taxonomies and media tools. - Set up users, roles, permissions, and content workflows. - Install and configure modules, themes, and site settings. - Apply basic theming and optimization best practices. **Format of the Course** - Interactive lecture and discussion. - Extensive exercises and practice sessions. - Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment. **Course Customization Options for Government** - To request a customized training for this course tailored to specific government needs, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for government participants at a beginner level who wish to understand the fundamentals of Drupal 11 and learn how to build, manage, and customize websites using its features. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure Drupal 11 on local or cloud environments. - Create and manage content using the Drupal interface. - Customize the appearance of websites with themes. - Extend website functionality with modules and plugins. - Understand user roles, permissions, and site security basics for government use. - Deploy and maintain Drupal 11 websites effectively.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators who wish to set up and manage a Drupal 8 website for government use. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure Drupal 8. - Deploy, test, and monitor a Drupal 8 website. - Set up and manage user accounts. - Secure a Drupal 8 website. - Optimize the performance of a Drupal 8 website. - Perform scheduled backups. - Deploy multiple versions of a Drupal 8 website (multilingual, mobile, etc.).

This course is designed for individuals who are new to Drupal 8. It will guide participants through the essentials of managing a basic community website using Drupal, covering key features and expectations. The training emphasizes practical skills that align with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability, making it particularly useful for government professionals seeking to enhance their web management capabilities.

This course has been developed for government professionals, including developers, architects, and project managers who are interested in working with the Drupal 8 platform. Participants will gain the skills necessary to override existing functionality and to create deployable modules that align with public sector workflows and governance requirements.

This course focuses on Drupal, specifically the Drupal Themes workshop, which equips web developers with the skills to create and modify Drupal themes. Understanding the flexibility of Drupal themes is crucial, but this can only be fully leveraged by grasping how theme engines function. Participants will learn how to interactively alter existing themes and develop new ones from scratch. Additionally, the course covers the fundamentals of the Twig template engine and its integration with Drupal 8, ensuring that web developers are well-prepared for government projects that require robust and adaptable web solutions.

This course has been designed for individuals and organizations interested in developing robust applications using Drupal. It focuses on the non-technical aspects of Drupal, enabling users to build applications without any coding requirements, thereby enhancing efficiency and accessibility for government workflows.

Drupal continues to be the most reliable and secure content management system (CMS), and with the release of Drupal 9, it has become even more powerful for site builders and ambitious developers looking to develop their websites on this platform. This enhanced version is particularly beneficial for government agencies seeking robust digital solutions.

Is the Drupal 9/10 Learning Curve Steep?

The short answer is No. The longer explanation is that Drupal has become increasingly user-friendly with each update, making significant strides since its inception nearly two decades ago. This latest version, Drupal 9, continues this trend by improving ease of use while maintaining its technical prowess.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Drupal on both localhost/apache and live servers.
• Understand the core concepts and architecture of Drupal, including entities, taxonomies, and views.
• Build robust websites using modern site-building techniques in Drupal.
• Develop themes for Drupal 9, utilizing starter kits, front-end development (FED), and tools like Gulp for theme initialization.
• Implement component-based development approaches in Drupal.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for government or other specific needs, please contact us to arrange the details.

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for system administrators who wish to set up and manage a Drupal 11 website for government use. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure Drupal 11. - Deploy, test, and monitor a Drupal 11 website. - Set up and manage user accounts. - Secure a Drupal 11 website. - Optimize the performance of a Drupal 11 website. - Perform scheduled backups. - Deploy multiple versions of a Drupal 11 website (multilingual, mobile, etc.).

Drupal is an open-source content management system (CMS) used to build scalable, secure, and flexible websites and digital experiences. With its powerful content modeling, role-based permissions, and theming capabilities, Drupal is widely utilized for enterprise websites, government portals, community platforms, and more.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at participants new to Drupal who wish to learn how to administer, manage, and customize Drupal websites effectively for government use.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install, configure, and navigate a Drupal site.
• Manage users, roles, and permissions.
• Create and organize content with content types, fields, and taxonomies.
• Apply and customize themes using modern front-end tools.
• Maintain, secure, and extend Drupal websites with modules and best practices.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Hands-on exercises and practice.
• Practical implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level web content managers who wish to update content, manage menus, work with taxonomy, and upload PDFs or images in Drupal for government websites. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Navigate the Drupal interface and understand key features. - Create and manage menus to enhance site navigation. - Use taxonomy to categorize and organize content effectively. - Upload and manage PDFs, images, and other media files. - Edit and publish basic content pages for government websites.

This course has been developed for government developers, architects, and project managers who are interested in working with the Drupal 11 platform. Participants will gain knowledge on how to customize and extend existing functionalities, as well as how to create and deploy modules effectively.

This course provides guidance on creating responsive and adaptive designs using the most stable version of Drupal and its modules. For government agencies, it emphasizes utilizing Drupal modules to minimize the amount of custom CSS or JavaScript code required, ensuring efficient and effective web development practices.