22 Aug 2025
Drupal.org aggregator
DrupalEasy: Drupal contrib module Markdown Easy 2.0.0 - new features, simpler setup!
The second major version of the Markdown Easy Drupal contrib module was released on August 17, 2025 and I'm quite pleased with how it turned out. The release has some new features, a simplified configuration, and a single minor bug fix. The original goal of the Markdown Easy module was to provide an easy-to-use, easy-to-maintain, and secure-by-default Markdown processor that is easily added to Drupal sites as a standard text filter. Version 1.0.0 of the module was released on September 2, 2023 and since then the module has had a single maintenance release and small, but loyal group of users. Major-est feature Version 2.0.0 of the module was initially driven by one major feature - the addition of a new Markdown flavor - this is our way of saying a preconfigured set of Markdown processor features . Version 1.0.0 shipped with Standard Markdown and GitHub-flavored Markdown . Version 2.0.0 introduces a new flavor: Markdown Smörgåsbord . Markdown Smörgåsbord includes everything available in
22 Aug 2025 1:15pm GMT
CodeLift: Casestudy Drupal 7 upgrade: VanePump's Drupal 7 to 10 Migration
Enterprise B2B hydraulics distributor migrated 250,000+ products from Drupal 7 to 10 with zero downtime, achieving ~200ms page loads while preserving Parker Hannifin certifications and Solr-powered search.
22 Aug 2025 1:09pm GMT
21 Aug 2025
Drupal.org aggregator
Drupal AI Initiative: Major funding milestone reached by Drupal AI Initiative with 10 new makers
Today, we are delighted to announce the addition of ten new Drupal AI supporting organisations, known as "Makers". Now we have a total of $175,000 in funding, significantly strengthening the capacity to build on Drupal's position as the best open-source AI-powered CMS.
Dominic De Cooman announces the new makers (opens in new window)
Being a Maker means more than providing funding.
Each agrees to allocate staff dedicated to advancing key areas of the initiative, ensuring that development can accelerate at pace and remain firmly aligned with the real-world of businesses, agencies, and marketers worldwide. With these new makers, at least 15 full-time staff are now dedicated to advancing Drupal AI.
The latest Drupal AI Makers (in alphabetical order):
- Anonymous sponsor (Gold)
- Axelerant (Gold)
- Elevated Third (Silver)
- ImageX (Silver)
- Joshi Consultancy Services (Gold)
- Morpht (Gold)
- QED42 (Gold)
- SeeD EM (Gold)
- Zivtech (Gold)
- Zoocha (Gold)
View the complete list of Drupal AI Makers.
What having new makers means
This is the largest single wave of AI Makers since the Drupal AI Initiative began. The combined funding and staff contributions mean:
- Faster delivery of core AI features for Drupal
- Better documentation, governance, and community enablement
- Stronger global representation from agencies across regions
With each new backer, our collective capacity grows. Together, we are shaping AI capabilities that are open, responsible, and designed to create real impact.
This new wave of makers reflects growing recognition of the importance of responsible, open-source AI tools in content management and digital experiences. We welcome further organisations that share this vision to join us in supporting the future of AI in Drupal.
Dominic De Cooman, Funding Lead, Drupal AI Initiative
Where will the sponsorship be invested?
- Core AI module development (Drupal AI 1.x roadmap)
- AI orchestration improvements and model-agnostic infrastructure
- Integration recipes for popular tools (RAG, content automation, search)
- AI page creation and optimization with Experience Builder
- Governance and community coordination
- Documentation, examples, and best practices
Agency leaders from across the Drupal community are uniting behind the Drupal AI Initiative, recognising both its strategic importance and its practical benefits. Their commitment reflects a shared belief that Drupal's open approach can shape responsible AI while unlocking new opportunities for clients and accelerating innovation across the ecosystem.
We're investing in Drupal AI to help build open, responsible AI-shaped by its users-for clients, the community, and Drupal's future.
Glenn Hilton, CEO, ImageX
We are proud to support Drupal's AI Initiative. It will extend Drupal's open, extensible power and deliver the AI-driven B2B growth our clients are asking for.
Jeff Calderone, CEO, Elevated Third
Drupal AI embodies the power of collaboration to make advanced technology accessible, ethical, and impactful for all.
Jairo Pinzón, CEO, SeeD EM
We are joining forces with other certified Drupal partners to accelerate this initiative and elevate Drupal to the premier AI-enabled CMS platform.
Will Huggins, CEO, Zoocha
We're dedicated to the Drupal AI Initiative because we believe in empowering creators with cutting-edge tools. Our contribution is an investment in a smarter, more innovative future for the entire Drupal community.
Bhavin Joshi, Co-founder & CTO, Joshi Consultancy Services
As soon as we heard about the AI Initiative, we wanted to be involved. Drupal is a natural candidate for AI functionality, with so much content available to uplift and leverage.The AI Initiative will bring big wins for users, editors, owners, site builders and AI agents alike.
Murray Woodman, Managing Director, Morpht
What are the benefits of being an AI maker?
- Direct influence over the Drupal AI roadmap
- Early access to features and recipes
- Recognition on Drupal.org and in marketing campaigns
- Networking with other AI leaders in the Drupal ecosystem
- Contribution credit and community visibility
Discover how your organisation can become a maker too.
Further reading: Accelerating Innovation - Introducing the Drupal AI Initiative by The Drupal Association.
21 Aug 2025 10:49am GMT
11 Aug 2025
Official jQuery Blog
jQuery 4.0.0 Release Candidate 1
It's here! Almost. jQuery 4.0.0-rc.1 is now available. It's our way of saying, "we think this is ready; now poke it with many sticks". If nothing is found that requires a second release candidate, jQuery 4.0.0 final will follow. Please try out this release and let us know if you encounter any issues. A 4.0 … Continue reading
11 Aug 2025 5:35pm GMT
31 Jul 2025
W3C - Blog
Vision for W3C to reach durable and sustainable success
In this blog post about the newly published W3C Statement "Vision for W3C", W3C CEO Seth Dobbs emphasizes the importance of principle-driven leadership and how vision gives clarity to move towards meaningful goals.
31 Jul 2025 6:59am GMT
29 Jul 2025
W3C - Blog
Vision for W3C: a manifesto for our operations and decision making
Today, W3C is pleased to announce the publication as a W3C Statement of Vision for W3C. W3C Statements provide a stable reference for documents not intended to be formal standards but that have been formally reviewed and are endorsed by W3C.
29 Jul 2025 10:27am GMT
01 Jul 2025
W3C - Blog
W3C Digital Credentials API publication: the next step to privacy-preserving identities on the web
W3C recently published specifications will build foundations for new ways to represent identity on the web. Verifiable Credentials 2.0 and the first draft of Digital Credentials API enable the secure, seamless exchange of digital credentials on the web, emphasizing flexibility, emerging cryptography, compliance with regulation, and W3C principles related to privacy and security. All of these topics will be on the agenda of the Global Digital Collaboration, co-organized by W3C.
01 Jul 2025 6:29am GMT
17 Jul 2024
Official jQuery Blog
Second Beta of jQuery 4.0.0
Last February, we released the first beta of jQuery 4.0.0. We're now ready to release a second, and we expect a release candidate to come soon™. This release comes with a major rewrite to jQuery's testing infrastructure, which removed all deprecated or under-supported dependencies. But the main change that warranted a second beta was a … Continue reading
17 Jul 2024 2:03pm GMT
17 Apr 2024
Official jQuery Blog
Upgrading jQuery: Working Towards a Healthy Web
jQuery's influence on the web will always be evident. When it was first introduced in 2006, jQuery became a fundamental tool for web developers almost immediately. It simplified JavaScript programming, making it easier to manipulate HTML documents, handle events, perform animations, and much more. Since then, it has played and continues to play a major … Continue reading
17 Apr 2024 5:00pm GMT
29 May 2023
Smiley Cat: Christian Watson's Web Design Blog
7 Types of Article Headlines: Craft the Perfect Title Every Time
When it comes to crafting an article, the headline is crucial for grabbing the reader's attention and enticing them to read further. In this post, I'll explore the 7 types of article headlines and provide examples for each using the subjects of product management, user experience design, and search engine optimization. 1. The Know-it-All The […]
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29 May 2023 10:20pm GMT
09 Apr 2023
Smiley Cat: Christian Watson's Web Design Blog
5 Product Management Myths You Need to Stop Believing
Product management is one of the most exciting and rewarding careers in the tech world. But it's also one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented. There are many myths and misconceptions that cloud the reality of what product managers do, how they do it, and what skills they need to succeed. In this blog post, […]
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09 Apr 2023 5:28pm GMT
11 Dec 2022
Smiley Cat: Christian Watson's Web Design Blog
The Key Strengths of the Best Product Managers
The role of a product manager is crucial to the success of any product. They are responsible for managing the entire product life cycle, from conceptualization to launch and beyond. A product manager must possess a unique blend of skills and qualities to be effective in their role. Strong strategic thinking A product manager must […]
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11 Dec 2022 4:43pm GMT