Introduction to Drupal 11

• Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) concepts

Audience

• Web developers and designers
• Content managers and editors
• Anyone interested in building and managing websites with Drupal

Drupal 11 is the 2024 version of the popular open-source content management system used for building dynamic and feature-rich websites.

This instructor-led, live training (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 customize 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.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

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

Introduction to Drupal 11

• Overview of Drupal and its ecosystem
• Key features and improvements in Drupal 11
• Understanding the Drupal community and support

Installing Drupal 11

• System requirements and preparation
• Step-by-step installation process
• Configuring basic site settings

Content Management Basics

• Understanding content types and fields
• Creating and managing pages, articles, and media
• Using taxonomies for organizing content

Customizing Website Appearance

• Introduction to Drupal themes
• Installing and customizing themes
• Working with block layouts

Extending Drupal Functionality

• Overview of modules and plugins
• Installing and enabling modules
• Using popular modules for additional features

User Management and Security

• Managing user roles and permissions
• Securing your Drupal site with best practices
• Regular updates and backups

Deploying and Maintaining Drupal Sites

• Preparing a site for production
• Managing configurations and migrations
• Performance optimization and troubleshooting

Summary and Next Steps