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Drupal has introduced the Drupal AI Initiative, a coordinated project focused on integrating AI features into Drupal CMS. Backed by funding and leadership from key contributors, the initiative aims to streamline content creation, automate page optimization, and improve digital performance using AI tools.

Drupal Camp Asheville 2025 runs July 11 to 13 at UNC Asheville. Early-bird General Admission tickets are available for $75 until June 10. The event features Drupal-focused sessions, community contribution, and optional hands-on training.

DrupalCamp Colorado 2025 will take place July 25–26 at Tivoli Student Union in Denver. The free event features expert-led sessions, community networking, and a keynote by accessibility specialist Kat Shaw. Registration is now open.

Discover how AI is enhancing Drupal through practical modules and real-world applications. Learn from GeoNovation’s work and explore use cases like automated tagging, personalized content, AI chatbots, and smart translation. See how development teams are embedding AI in Drupal to streamline workflows and improve digital experiences.

Drupal community members can now register for the At-Large Board Election Open Forum taking place on June 11, 2025. Two time slots are available: 09:00 UTC and 17:00 UTC.

The local Drupal community in Granada will gather on June 25, 2025, at 20:00 CEST at the Nazaries Intelligenia offices. Whether you're experienced or just getting started, all are welcome.

Drupal has always been more than a platform. It's a global community that uses its voice, influence, and values to take a stand when it matters, proving that technology can reflect humanity without ever having to say so.

From hybrid meetups in Boston to hands-on AI workshops in Illinois and a global Symfony conference online, the Drupal community has a packed schedule this week. Here's your quick guide to what's happening worldwide from June 9 to 15.

Avi Schwab, Community Organizer, Drupal Architect, and Technical Product Consultant at ImageX, has spent over a decade shaping not just Drupal projects, but the community that powers them. In this interview with Alka Elizabeth of The DropTimes, Avi opens up about the evolution of Open Y, the real costs of SaaS platforms, the importance of non-code contributions, and how local events like MidCamp keep the Drupal spirit alive. Whether you're a longtime contributor or new to open source, Avi’s reflections offer a grounded, human perspective on what it takes to lead and sustain meaningful work in tech.

DrupalCamp Poland 2025 takes place on Saturday, June 7, in Warsaw. The one-day event covers Drupal, PHP, web development, and IT project management. Final tickets are still available.

Drupalers Association Pune will host the Drupal Pune Meetup on June 7, 2025, at InfoBeans Technologies, Baner-Pashan Link Road. The agenda includes sessions, networking, and DrupalCamp Pune 2025 planning.

Join the London Drupal Engineering Meetup on June 9 at 5:30 PM for an evening of practical insights, real build stories, and peer-to-peer advice on Drupal 10/11 — no ticket, no ego, just smart conversation.

Smart FAQ Chatbot AI, an open-source module by Bhumika Madan, is now available on Drupal.org. The module uses Google Gemini to answer questions based on your site’s content.

1xINTERNET has been chosen as one of twelve software companies for Digital Iceland’s Tender 3.0, joining the full-stack team to support public sector digital services in Iceland. The selection process follows a competitive evaluation that focuses on team expertise, project presentation, and pricing.

Get the full details on DrupalCamp Poland 2025, happening June 7 in Warsaw. Learn what’s planned for this one-day Drupal and PHP conference, including sessions, panels, community events, and how organisers are shaping it for today’s open-source ecosystem.

Transform API 2.0.0 is now out with full support for Drupal 11. The update brings smarter rendering, improved entity handling, and better tools for building headless and decoupled sites—all while keeping Drupal’s familiar workflows intact.

The Pacific Northwest Drupal Summit returns October 18–19, 2025, at McMenamins Edgefield in Troutdale, Oregon. The event will feature Drupal sessions, training, and networking for developers, designers, and digital professionals. Speaker proposals are open through July 11.

George Bonnici introduces a method for embedding immersive 360-degree VR video in Drupal using A-Frame.js and a custom field formatter, unlocking in-browser playback with or without a headset.

DrupalCamp 2025 invites professionals to lead training sessions on September 18 at CNTG. Submit your proposal by June 15 to be considered for the official program.

The Drupal Association will donate all profits from its Swag Shop during Pride Month to support LGBTQ+ advocacy. All merchandise is included.