Share this article:

Blog
Sep 15, 20233 min read

Maximising your Drupal site: Unlocking the potential of Drupal 10

Svetoslava Angelova

Head of Delivery

Maximising your Drupal site: Unlocking the potential of Drupal 10

Introduction 

In the ever-evolving world of content management systems (CMS), staying up-to-date with the latest advancements is essential. Drupal, a widely embraced CMS, has recently unveiled its game-changing Drupal 10 version, loaded with cutting-edge features that promise to transform your web development experience. In this article, we'll delve deep into the remarkable capabilities of Drupal 10, demonstrating why it's time to migrate to this powerful platform.

Front-End revolution with Drupal 10

Introducing the Olivero theme 

Drupal 10 introduces the all-new Olivero theme, offering a sleek and contemporary design that surpasses the outdated Bartik theme. This transformation enhances the visual appeal of your site, making it more appealing to your audience.

Empowering non-technical users with layout builder 

Layout Builder, another remarkable feature of Drupal 10, empowers non-technical users to design visually stunning page layouts without the need for coding skills. This user-friendly tool streamlines site building, making it more intuitive than ever.

Enhanced authoring tools for seamless content creation

CKEditor 5: A revolutionary WYSIWYG editor 

Drupal 10 incorporates the state-of-the-art CKEditor 5 WYSIWYG editor, revolutionizing the content creation experience. With features like balloon toolbars and image captions, content authors can expect a more efficient and enjoyable editing process.

Activity stream module for social engagement 

The introduction of the Activity Stream module enhances social engagement on your Drupal site by enabling users to track recent updates and activities. This feature adds a dynamic element to your site, fostering community interaction.

Effortless Configuration Management

Streamlined configuration synchronisation 

Drupal 10 simplifies configuration management with one-click export/import capabilities. Now, you can effortlessly move entire site configurations between environments, making migrations a breeze.

Accessibility and performance improvements

Enhanced accessibility 

Drupal 10 prioritises accessibility with improved color contrast and ARIA attributes, ensuring your site is inclusive and compliant with accessibility standards.

Boosted performance with HAL serialisation 

Under the hood, Drupal 10 incorporates the HAL serialisation format, significantly improving performance. Your site will load faster and provide a smoother user experience.

Multilingual prowess and PHP 8 support

Multilingual system enhancements 

The multilingual system in Drupal 10 boasts improved language negotiation and translation capabilities, making it easier to reach a global audience.

Harnessing the power of PHP 8 

Drupal 10 fully supports PHP 8, harnessing its secure features to enhance the overall security and stability of your website.

Additional Capabilities for Effortless Management

Automatic draft saving 

Drupal 10 introduces automatic draft saving, ensuring that no content is lost during the authoring process.

Inline form editing 

With the inline form editing feature, content creators can make quick edits without navigating through complex menus.

Responsive image handling 

Drupal 10 optimises the authoring workflow with responsive image handling, ensuring that your site looks fantastic on all devices.

Why Migrate to Drupal 10?

Drupal 10 represents a significant leap forward, both on the front-end and back-end. By migrating to Drupal 10, you can harness these innovations to create seamless and captivating experiences for all your users.

Conclusion 

In conclusion, Drupal 10 is a game-changer for web development and content management. Its array of front-end enhancements, improved authoring tools, streamlined configuration management, accessibility and performance improvements, multilingual support, and additional capabilities make it a compelling choice for website owners and developers. If you're looking to maximise your Drupal site's potential, now is the time to migrate to Drupal 10 and embrace a future-proof web development experience.

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER

Share this article:

FAQ

Drupal 10 is the latest major release of the Drupal content management system. It's significant because it introduces new features, improved performance, and enhanced security, ensuring your website remains modern and competitive.

It's not mandatory, but it's highly recommended to stay up-to-date with the latest features, security updates, and long-term support provided by Drupal 10.

Key differences include updated dependencies, improved front-end themes, enhanced authoring tools, and better performance in Drupal 10.

The timeline varies based on the size and complexity of your site. Simple sites may take weeks, while more complex sites could take several months. By reaching out to us we will evaluate your website and estimate the needed effort. 

An agency plays a crucial role in planning, executing, and testing the migration. If choosing Bulcode as a migration partner you will get one with extensive Drupal expertise and a proven track record.

We offer ongoing support and maintenance plans to keep your Drupal 10 website secure, updated, and optimised for performance.

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER

Related Blog Articles

    Drupal 11: What to expect? Comprehensive guide to new features and enhancements

    Blog

    Drupal 11: What to expect? Comprehensive guide to new features and enhancements

    Drupal 11 is out! In this article, discover it's exciting features and improvements. Upgrade now to redefine your digital strategy with Bulcode's expert support.

    Written by Svetoslava Angelova
    Aug 05, 20247 min read
    Single Directory Components in Drupal core: A comprehensive overview

    Blog

    Single Directory Components in Drupal core: A comprehensive overview

    Explore how Single Directory Components (SDC) in Drupal Core streamline the development process by encapsulating component-related files into a single directory. Learn about the benefits of SDCs and follow a step-by-step guide to implement them in your Drupal projects.

    Written by Nikolay Tsekov
    Aug 07, 20244 min read
    Understand Drupal versions and plan a migration strategy

    Blog

    Understand Drupal versions and plan a migration strategy

    Recognise the various Drupal versions and keep your website up-to-date.

    Written by Svetoslava Angelova
    Mar 21, 20224 min read
    Drupal 9 convert image to WebP format

    Blog

    Drupal 9 convert image to WebP format

    WebP is able to take data compression to a new level thanks to the inclusion of a prediction mode to the JPG process, making it clear to see how it can outperform its JPG-based relative. And we have the results to prove it.

    Written by Vasil Boychev
    Apr 06, 20228 min read
    Varna and Burgas airports' websites use React components in Drupal

    Blog

    Varna and Burgas airports' websites use React components in Drupal

    Drupal is a modular system whose functions can be adapted to many different requirements, which is particularly important for public administration projects.

    Written by Mihail Shahov
    Nov 04, 20224 min read
    Headless Drupal with Next.js - simple example walkthrough

    Blog

    Headless Drupal with Next.js - simple example walkthrough

    The trend recently, in web development in general, and consequently in Drupal development is to use the technology headless. The trend recently, in web development in general, and consequently in Drupal development is to use the technology headless.

    Written by Mihail Shahov
    Jan 13, 20237 min read
    10 proven SEO tactics for boosting your Drupal website visibility

    Blog

    10 proven SEO tactics for boosting your Drupal website visibility

    Supercharge Your Drupal Site: Proven SEO Tactics for Online Success! From lightning-fast load times to captivating content, discover the secrets to dominating search rankings and winning with your Drupal website.

    Written by Svetoslava Angelova
    Sep 17, 20239 min read
     Exploring the Drupal community: Resources, support, and documentation

    Blog

    Exploring the Drupal community: Resources, support, and documentation

    Discover the vibrant Drupal community and unlock the potential of this powerful CMS! Explore invaluable resources, support forums, modules, and comprehensive documentation. Join a worldwide network of web enthusiasts and embark on a journey of web development and innovation.

    Written by Svetoslava Angelova
    Nov 08, 20234 min read
    Unveiling the power of Drupal: Your complete guide to digital success

    Blog

    Unveiling the power of Drupal: Your complete guide to digital success

    Discover the power of Drupal, an open-source content management system that transcends conventional website building. With unparalleled flexibility, scalability, and rich features, Drupal adapts to any digital need, from personal blogs to complex e-commerce sites.

    Written by Svetoslava Angelova
    Oct 09, 20233 min read
    Drupal 7 migration: Navigating the path to a future-ready website

    Blog

    Drupal 7 migration: Navigating the path to a future-ready website

    Are you still running your website on Drupal 7? If so, you might have heard the alarm bells ringing – the Drupal 7 End of Life (EOL) is here. But what exactly does this mean for your website and online presence? In this comprehensive guide, we'll dive into the nitty-gritty of Drupal 7 EOL, the urgency of migration, benefits you can reap from upgrading to Drupal 9 or 10, and everything in between. So, tighten your seatbelts as we embark on a journey to transform your digital landscape.

    Written by Mihail Shahov
    Oct 11, 20235 min read
    Unveiling the power duo: Next.js as the Headless frontend of Drupal 10

    Blog

    Unveiling the power duo: Next.js as the Headless frontend of Drupal 10

    Discover the dynamic synergy between Drupal 10 and Next.js, as this powerful combination reshapes the landscape of web development. Next.js, an open-source React-based framework, is seamlessly integrated as the headless frontend of Drupal 10, offering a plethora of benefits. From enhanced performance with features like automatic code splitting and server-side rendering to flexible design and SEO-friendly capabilities, this collaboration empowers developers to create high-performing, scalable, and visually appealing web applications. The efficient content management of Drupal 10 coupled with Next.js' adaptability to trends ensures a cutting-edge development approach, positioning this tandem at the forefront of modern web development practices. Embrace the future with the Drupal 10 and Next.js combination, redefining how we approach and craft dynamic online experiences.

    Written by Todor Kolev
    Feb 07, 20245 min read
    Config split module tutorial for Drupal

    Blog

    Config split module tutorial for Drupal

    Very often we as developers need to work with different environments. This could sometimes lead to (un)expected problems. In Drupal 8 we use the configuration system which works pretty nice, but there are cases where the settings for the local and any other environment should be different.

    Written by Ivaylo Tsandev
    May 20, 20217 min read

    GET IN TOUCH

    Have a project you'd like to launch?