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Introduction to Drupal
This document provides an introduction to Drupal, an open-source content management system. It outlines some key advantages, such as limitless extendability, ease of installation, and a large support community. It also notes some disadvantages like a steep learning curve. The document demonstrates how to install and configure a Drupal site. It lists some popular Drupal sites and provides resources for learning more.
Introduction to Drupal
- 1. Introduction to DrupalPavelZemliansky, Ph.DWRTCJMUwww.drupal.org
- 2. Description of SMAD404Study of advanced techniques in interactive media for online and fixed media delivery. Emphasis on emerging technologies and professional development strategies. Includes creation of an interactive portfolio.
- 3. The Purpose ofToday’s SessionProvide a brief introduction to DrupalOutline some possible uses of Drupal as a web design and web communication platformDemonstrate the process of installing and configuring a Drupal site
- 4. What is Drupal?Drupalis a content management systemDrupal is an open-source content management systemDrupal is a very versatile and extendable open-source content management system
- 6. Advantages of UsingDrupalAlmost limitless extendibilityAllows for quick creation of social web sites (web 2.0)Ease of installationFreeSupported by a robust community of developers and designers
- 7. Interested in LearningMore?www.drupal.orgwww.pz-writing.netzemliapx@jmu.edu
- 8. Disadvantages of UsingDrupalFairly steep learning curveTo radically change the look and structure of pre-made themes, some knowledge of CSS and PHP is requiredNo centralized tech support, which may be an issue for enterprise and organizational users
- 9. A Drupal Installationand Configuration Walk-Through
- 10. Some High-Profile DrupalSiteswww.whitehouse.govwww.nasa.govwww.mattel.comhttp://www.nysenate.gov/www.icitizenforum.comwww.theonion.com
- 11. Resources and TutorialsTheDrupal Handbook (http://drupal.org/handbook/customization/tutorials)12 Drupal tutorials for beginners (http://mydrupal.com/drupal-tutorials)Drupal Therapy (http://www.drupaltherapy.com/)Funnymonkey—Drupalfor Educators (http://www.funnymonkey.com/)