04 Jun 2026
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LakeDrops Drupal Consulting, Development and Hosting: The New Workflow Modeler: Revolutionary, Not Just Improved
The New Workflow Modeler: Revolutionary, Not Just Improved
The new Workflow Modeler is a from-scratch implementation built in six weeks: React 18 + TypeScript, infinite canvas, execution replay, live testing, four export formats (Recipe/Archive/JSON/SVG), and a standalone embeddable viewer. Around 87,000 lines, more than 3,400 test cases, about 2.1x as much test code as production code. Features include context-aware quick-add with dependency filtering, token inspection during replay, WCAG AA accessibility, dark mode, full keyboard navigation, and six granular permissions. Built as a Modeler API plugin - coexists with BPMN.iO. Models are portable between modelers via operations dropdown ("Edit" uses last modeler; "Edit with..." switches modelers). Same-modeler editing preserves layout; cross-modeler switches apply auto-layout while preserving workflow logic. Production-ready and shipped.
04 Jun 2026 11:45am GMT
Talking Drupal: TD Cafe #017 - Drupal Beginners with Mike and Rod
Mike Anello and Rod Martin discuss the sharp decline in demand for beginner Drupal training. Drawing on data from their businesses, events, and other training providers, they explore factors including AI-driven self-service learning, Drupal's growing complexity for newcomers, and limited community-wide marketing. They also discuss how initiatives like Drupal AI and broader promotion efforts could help attract and support the next generation of Drupal users.
For show notes visit: https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe017
Topics Mike Anello
Mike, widely recognized by his Drupal.org username "ultimike," is a prominent figure in the Drupal community with over 20 years of experience as a developer, educator, and community leader. As the co-founder and vice president of DrupalEasy, a Florida-based training and consulting firm, he has been instrumental in shaping the careers of countless Drupal professionals through comprehensive programs like Drupal Career Online and Professional Module Development. Mike's contributions extend beyond education. He has been deeply involved in the Drupal ecosystem, previously serving as a core contributor to the Migrate module, co-maintaining several contributed modules, and actively participating in issue queues and documentation efforts. His leadership roles include membership in the Drupal Community Working Group and the Conflict Resolution Team, as well as organizing the Florida Drupal Users' Group and Florida DrupalCamp for over a decade. As the host of the long-running DrupalEasy Podcast, MIke provides insights into Drupal development, community news, and interviews with key contributors, fostering a sense of connection and ongoing learning within the community (DrupalEasy). His dedication to mentoring and community building has made him a respected and influential voice in the Drupal world.
Rod Martin
Rod has introduced more than 50,000 people to Drupal through his live and video training since 2011. He owns NavigateTomorrow and runs DrupalHelps - a site for site builders to get information and quick starts to using Drupal in their own businesses or non-profits.
Guests
Mike Anello - DupalEasy ultimike Rod Martin - DrupalHelps.com imrodmartin
Resources
The slow decline of beginner Drupal training The Site Builder Breakthrough - From Confusion to Confidence Drupal AI Initiative Promote Drupal
04 Jun 2026 4:01am GMT
03 Jun 2026
Drupal.org aggregator
The Drop Times: Proposal Calls for Drupal.org Module Families to Improve Module Selection
A proposal to introduce "Module Families" on Drupal.org aims to help users compare contributed modules that solve similar problems through structured comparison pages and ecosystem signals. The proposal argues that Drupal's challenge is not excessive choice but insufficient context, an issue that becomes more important as Drupal CMS introduces curated module selections and opinionated workflows.
03 Jun 2026 2:06pm GMT