Drupal 8 for Developers Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level developers who wish to build, extend, and customize websites using Backdrop CMS. The training aims to enhance the skills necessary for effective website development and management, aligning with public sector workflows and governance. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Install and configure Backdrop CMS. - Develop and customize themes to meet specific design requirements. - Build custom modules to extend the functionality of the CMS. - Integrate third-party APIs and services for enhanced capabilities. - Manage databases and optimize performance to ensure efficient operations. This comprehensive training is tailored to support developers in their roles for government, ensuring they have the necessary tools and knowledge to deliver robust and secure web solutions.

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.

This course is designed for individuals who are entirely new to Drupal 7. It will guide participants through the essential steps of managing a basic community website using Drupal, covering where to find key features and what to anticipate. This training is tailored to ensure that users can effectively navigate and utilize Drupal for government and public sector applications, enhancing transparency and engagement in their digital platforms.

This instructor-led, live training in US (online or onsite) is designed for beginner-level developers who wish to create custom modules, implement hooks, manage forms, and customize themes in Drupal 7. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Comprehend the architecture and core components of Drupal 7. - Develop custom modules and implement Drupal hooks. - Construct and validate forms using Drupal’s Form API. - Customize themes and work with template files. - Interact with the database using Drupal’s abstraction layer. This training is tailored to enhance the technical capabilities of participants for government projects, ensuring they are well-equipped to meet the specific needs of public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

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 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 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.

This course focuses on Drupal, a powerful content management system. The Drupal Themes workshop is designed to equip web developers with the skills needed to create and modify Drupal themes effectively. Understanding the flexibility of Drupal themes requires a solid grasp of how theme engines function. Participants will learn how to interactively adjust existing themes and develop new ones from scratch. Additionally, the course covers the fundamentals of the Twig template engine and its integration with Drupal 11, ensuring that developers are well-versed in these essential tools for government web development projects.

This course is designed to clarify and implement the Drupal translation system for government. It provides an overview of available systems, such as Entity Translation and Content Translation, and allows participants to practice with the system they choose. The course covers content translation, interface translation, automatic translation, and all other aspects necessary to create professionally translatable sites for government use.