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Resources
For an introduction to how Drupal can be used by libraries, take a look at Ellyssa Kroski's excellent overview.
You can also check out library-related Slack channels on the Drupal team (#libraries) and the Code4Lib team (#drupal4lib).
MkDru: themeable search and metasearch for Z39.50, SRU and SOLR targets via Pazpar2
At Index Data we've been working on MkDru, a Drupal module for Pazpar2, our XML webservice based metasearch engine.
The primary application is searching one or more Z39.50 targets and having a lot of hooks into Drupal to theme it flexibly (facets as blocks for example). But you can search SOLR too, tweak the ranking, and more.
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Drupal 7 in a Day - October 25th | Isovera | Waltham, MA
Hey there everyone,
Just wanted to send out a reminder that we still have some open seats in our Drupal 7 in a Day training session being held on the 25th of October. It's a great way to learn the basics, or see if Drupal is right for your company or organization.
The training will take place at our office in Waltham, which is easy to get to from major highways that surround Boston.
Please feel free to ask me any questions you may have by emailing me at ashenette@isovera.com.
Thanks!
Aaron
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Drupal OG 7.2 Content Types and Permissions
I am trying to set up Organic Groups with unique content type permissions using Drupal 7.23 and OG 7.2.
My previous OG experience has been with Drupal 5 and OG 5.4.
While previous OG versions relied on additional modules to provide detailed group and global permissions, OG 7.2 appears to have this built in, but I am finding the official Drupal.org site OG 7.2 documentation rather sparse and not very helpful. I have searched the Internet and all I can find are instructions or videos on how to set up various previous versions.
Read moreDrupal 7 Layout and Theming Workshop 10% off! | September 26 - 27| Isovera Waltham, MA
Hey there everyone,
Just a friendly reminder that Isovera will be hosting our Drupal 7 Layout and Theming workshop on September 26th and 27th. We're also offering a discount of 10% if you register before September 13th. This discount is reflected in the price on the website. If you'd like to learn more about this course, please email me directly at ashenette@isovera.com, or check out the link below for a full course description.
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Tracking outbound links (databases!)
I am looking for a way to track outbound links. One idea is to use Google Event Tracking
https://developers.google.com/analytics/devguides/collection/gajs/eventT...
Is anyone else using google or another tool to track outbound links?
I have already tried using data from EZproxy but I am concerned that I am missing clicks from internal users who validate via IP.
Thanks in advance for the information,
Sharon Grant
Digital Branch Manager
www.krl.org
Starting Up a Small Single Room Library for a Non-Profit: Oh Where to Start...
Hello Library Gurus,
The Space Foundation announced the establishment of the Zimkas Space Library, honoring a really cool guy who has been a tireless advocate for Space Foundation endeavors for over 27 years! Currently, all the furniture and shelves are in place. It looks great, with tons of donated books in piles all over the floor while things get "cataloged" and shelved.
New site feedback request
Hi,
Just about to put our new Chattanooga Public Library site live. I was wondering if any library Drupal gurus would like to look and provide criticism. NOT fishing for praise, just wondering if my peers notice anything that could be improved via module or theme change, etc.
Theme is based on Omega 3. Lots and lots of module.
admin_menu
advagg
advanced_help
ais
backup_migrate
bundle_copy
calendar
captcha
chosen
ckeditor
conditional_fields
context
css_browser_selector
ctools
data
date
date_ical
delete_all
email
entity
Event Registration - Anyone using Drupal to manage this function?
Does anyone have any recommendations of which modules are best to use to handle library event registrations?
Ideally we would want a facility to add custom fields in the signup form by event type so we can have some extra fields like age for children's events. We need to have the ability to generate / export a list of attendees.
Also, automatic generation of email registration confirmation / event reminder emails would be good.
The ability to generate / export a list of attendees.
We do not need a e-commerce facility at this stage.
Any suggestions?
Many Thanks - Megan
Read moreDrupal 7 Layout and Theming Workshop | September 26 -27| Isovera Waltham, MA
Hey there everyone,
Just a friendly reminder that Isovera will be hosting our Drupal 7 Layout and Theming workshop on September 26th and 27th. If you'd like to learn more about this course, please email me directly at ashenette@isovera.com, or check out the link below for a full course description.
Please keep in mind that this course is best suited for people with site building experience. It is also important that you're able to work with HTML and CSS confidently. PHP is not a requirement.
https://isovera.com/event/training/drupal-7-layout-and-theming-2
Thanks!
Aaron S.
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Hello,
I was wondering if any public library is currently having their website hosted / serviced by an outside provider and would be willing / able to share their experience with me.
Best regards,
Sharon Grant
Digital Branch Manager
Kitsap Regional Library
REMINDER: Drupal 7 In a Day Workshop | Isovera | Waltham, MA
Hey there!
Just a friendly reminder that Isovera will be hosting our Drupal 7 In a Day workshop on July 26th. During this one day course, you will gain a solid introduction to Drupal and learn about the most essential features and concepts of Drupal through hands on activities.
Read moreDrupal Module Development | August 29-30 | Isovera Waltham, MA
Hey there everyone,
I wanted to send out a reminder that Isovera will be hosting a Drupal Module Development workshop on August 29th and 30th. During this two-day course, you'll learn how to get complex functionality using Drupal's hook system, as well as how to extend or alter contributed module functionality.
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Drupal questions answered at ALA2013
ALA here we come! Get your Drupal questions answered!
The folks from Isovera will be available at ALA to answer Drupal questions and talk about how we are leveraging Drupal to develop a truly integrated solution with your ILS, accounting systems, digital assets, ebooks, and more!
If you are going to ALA, visit us at Booth 417. Look for the big peanut butter and jelly sandwich!
If you want to make an actual appointment to see us at the booth, feel free to email ssanzo@isovera.com
Read moreBibliogarphy module
Dear all,
I'm beginner in drupal ,I think the drupal do anything . So I'm trying to build database library special by using two modules :
1- Library (for checking in & out)
2- Bibliography module
3-cck to add my field
But I've data on excel file and I'd like to import it to node in bibliography module ,anyone help me how to do it ?
Dear Libraries, Drupal will deliver. Can you?
Somewhat of a "I have a dream" piece just posted on Isovera's blog as we get ready for ALA in Chicago.
"Dear Libraries, Drupal will deliver. Can you?"
Read moreIs anyone using a room booking module?
Setting up a calendar system for events with room bookings as we have over 20 rooms in our system and need to ensure not over-booking. I am trying to use Resource Booking module: https://drupal.org/project/resource_booking and right now having difficulty with multiple events, like Monday night series for 6 weeks.
wondering if anyone has used that module or has other solutions for booking rooms for events.
thanks
Ex Libris's Primo in Drupal
Hi :)
We (a french academic library) are using drupal for our website (http://bu.univ-angers.fr).
We're considering using now Primo from ExLibris or Summon/Serial Solutions.
And of course, the integration of that possible discovery tool into our website is an important part of our questioning
On the Summon side, I know there's a module that works (at least one french academic library is using it > see "catalogue+" there http://bibliotheque.univ-paris-diderot.fr/ ).
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Library BoF at DrupalCon Portland
Okay, this is an opportunity for library people attending DrupalCon at Portland to get together!
People can present projects they're working on (past, present and future), ask whatever questions they want, muse on the confluence of librarianship and Drupal.
If you've got an idea or suggestion ahead of time, please leave it here or email me.
Location (Breaking): Meeting Room B112, Convention Center. Room comes with a/v.
Location: since this is a BoF, I need to sign up " in-person" for a location on Tuesday, 5/21. The moment I get a room, I'll broadcast it out both here and through the other usual routes.
Hope to see you in Portland!
Read moreBest time to have a Library BoF at DrupalCon Portland on Wednesday (5/22),
