Drupal 8 for Developers Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in Portugal (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level developers aiming to build, extend, and customize websites using Backdrop CMS.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Backdrop CMS.
• Develop and customize themes.
• Create custom modules to extend functionality.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services.
• Manage databases and optimize performance.

This instructor-led, live training session in Portugal (available online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate website administrators looking to manage a Backdrop CMS site efficiently without deep coding knowledge.

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

• Install, configure, and maintain a Backdrop CMS website.
• Effectively manage content, users, and permissions.
• Customise the website’s layout and appearance.
• Extend website functionality using modules and themes.
• Perform backups and implement security best practices.

This instructor-led, live training in Portugal (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level developers who wish to master Drupal 10, focusing on custom module creation, development practices, and integrating 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 tailored to business needs.
• Implement best practices in Drupal development.
• Configure and manage development environments using Azure services.
• Automate deployment and scaling using Azure DevOps tools.

Drupal 10 is a robust open-source content management system designed for creating and managing dynamic websites and applications.

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, targets beginner to intermediate web administrators, content managers, and developers looking to acquire the skills needed to build, manage, and customise websites using Drupal 10.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp Drupal’s ecosystem, features, and user interface.
• Construct and configure sites using content types, fields, and navigation.
• Manage content effectively with taxonomies and media tools.
• Configure users, roles, permissions, and content workflows.
• Install and configure modules, themes, and site settings.
• Implement basic theming and optimization best practices.

Course Format

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

Course Customisation Options

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

This instructor-led, live training in Portugal (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level participants who wish to understand the fundamentals of Drupal 11 and learn how to build, manage, and customise 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.
• Deploy and maintain Drupal 11 websites effectively.

This instructor-led, live training in Portugal (online or onsite) is aimed at sys admins who wish to set up and manage a Drupal 8 website.

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 users.
• 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 entirely new to Drupal 8. It guides you through the essentials of operating a basic community website using Drupal, clarifying where key elements are located and what to anticipate.

This course focuses on Drupal. The Drupal Themes workshop empowers web developers to create and customise Drupal themes. While Drupal themes are highly flexible, this potential is only fully realised when you understand how theme engines operate. You will learn to interactively modify existing themes and build new ones from the ground up. Additionally, you will gain a foundational understanding of the Twig template engine and explore its integration with Drupal 8.

This course is designed for anyone keen on developing robust applications using Drupal. It focuses on the 'no-code' aspect of Drupal, enabling you to build applications without writing any code.

Drupal continues to be the most dependable and secure content management system (CMS). With the launch of Drupal 9, it offers even greater power for site builders and ambitious developers aiming to construct their websites upon this robust platform.

Is the Learning Curve for Drupal 9/10 Steep?

The brief answer is no. The detailed explanation: Drupal becomes increasingly user-friendly with each update, marking significant progress since its inception nearly two decades ago—and this latest version is no exception. Drupal 9 harnesses the substantial technical capability of the system while making it more accessible to everyday users through enhanced usability.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Drupal on both local Apache servers and live production environments.
• Grasp core Drupal concepts and architecture, such as entities, taxonomies, and views.
• Execute Drupal site building using modern approaches to develop robust websites.
• Perform Drupal 9 theme development, utilize starter kits, implement Front-End Development (FED) techniques, and initiate themes using Gulp.
• Apply component-based development strategies within Drupal.

Course Format

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

Course Customization Options

• To request tailored training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.

This instructor-led live training in Portugal (online or onsite) is aimed at system administrators who wish to set up and manage a Drupal 11 website.

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 users.
• 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) designed to build scalable, secure, and flexible websites and digital experiences. Leveraging its robust content modeling, role-based permissions, and theming capabilities, Drupal is extensively utilized for enterprise websites, government portals, community platforms, and more.

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

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 Portugal (online or onsite) targets beginner-level web content managers wishing to update content, manage menus, work with taxonomy, and upload PDFs or images in Drupal.

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

• Navigate the Drupal interface and understand key features.
• Create and manage menus to improve 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 the library website.

Explores techniques for implementing responsive and adaptive design within the Drupal framework. The course focuses on leveraging the most stable version of Drupal and its associated modules.

Emphasis is placed on utilizing Drupal modules to minimize the volume of custom CSS and JavaScript code that developers need to write.