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Looking to connect with other local friendly Drupal people? Check out the Events tab for a rundown of our regular meetups and other upcoming Drupal-related events.
You can also join your Drupal peers and mentors in a couple of places:
- Slack tends to be more active these days. Join https://tcdrupal.slack.com. If you need an invite go here to get an automatic invite to the Slack team
- IRC -- #drupal-twin-cities on irc.freenode.net -- to ask questions, propose ideas, socialize. Check out Drupal.org for more info about IRC and Drupal including how to create a new account and connect. Or come to the next local meetup and someone will help you get started.
drupal_lookup_path() redux
Here's a little more information on the patch I mentioned last night (by Wim Leers):
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drupal_lookup_path() optimization - skip looking up certain paths in drupal_lookup_path()
Description
Why?
To reduce the number of queries per page that are completely useless, I've written this optimization.
Configuration
You get a new config page at admin/build/path/skiplist to modify the skiplist. The paths listed here can include wildcards as well as '', in the exact same way you can configure on what pages a block should (not) be listed.
What has changed to make this work?
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Zen theme hacking
I'm hankering for a couple few hours of friendly Zen theme building with like-minded buddies.
Options:
Coffeee shop with loud, obnoxious people and bad internet
OR
My place where the intertubes are strong, the tea flows like the rivers of Babylon and where a 16-year old cat basks in the sun.
This can be a joint project or separate projects where we get to benefit from asking one another questions and getting feedback.
Read moreWYSIWYG API
I've been looking more closely at the inner working of the WYSIWYG API stuff, in particular as it relates to markItUp!. I've written up some of my thoughts on extending markItUp! within the WYSIWYG API and it occurs to me that there might be others in the area who are interested in either customizing their own WYSIWYG editors or understanding how this all works.
If you are interested in working on this to collaborate and learn let me know.
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Grants and Programs for Participation in Drupal/Open Source
A few nights ago, I listened to the mp3 from this Drupalchix panel at the DrupalCamp LA. (And many congrats to the organizers Rain Breaw and Nicole Bluto for their smart leadership!) http://2009.drupalcampla.com/drupalchix (see also, http://groups.drupal.org/node/23188)
One of the speaker/facilitators (Rain, I believe) talks about the film industry and how grants are available to support and encourage aspiring women directors. I definitely know a number of women who were able to develop their own visions and voices with the support of various arts grants.
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Drupal Camp Chicago 2009
You are invited to attend Drupal Camp Chicago on Saturday and Sunday, December 12 & 13, 2009.
Who/Why:
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November Happy Hour (Nov 05)
Well, it looks like I will be around until Nov 08. I won't be able to make the meeting on Wed, but I just want to put in the Nov Happy Hour which I can come to. Chach had said somewhere along the line that we should go to Pizza Luce (in Seward) so I am sticking with that.
Pizza Luce
November 05, 2009 at 5:30PM
2200 E Franklin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55404
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=2200+E+Frank...
Drupal Happy Hour does not usually have an agenda and no one usually opens up a laptop. It's usually just a time to meet each other, catch up, and talk about the Drupal goodness! Hope to see you all there.
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November Ubercart User Group Meeting
Advantage Labs Offices in the IATP Building (thank you Ad Labs for your hospitality!)
2104 Stevens Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404
I propose a planned agenda for the Ubercart User Group meetings. Let's make 2010 the year of Ubercart! Each month we will explore another part of Ubercart. By attending the meetings all year long, you will have a rich base of understanding about all things Ubercart.
Signup for this event so you get a reminder with the full details prior to this meeting!
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TC Drupal Users Group Meeting
This month, we're proposing a wide-open topic -- Managing Drupal Development Projects.
It seems that every time we meet, discussions break out about how creating a Drupal site is different from other web projects. People have questions about process, tips about time management and bidding, horror stories and -- best of all -- ideas related to knowledge sharing and collaboration.
Read moreDrupal Book Collection For Sale
UPDATED, some books have been claimed. I am moving out of the country and need to get rid of things. Specifically my nice collection of Drupal books (as hard as it is). This is a perfect collection for anyone who wants to get great at Drupal development and site building. Overall, I think $20/book is a very reasonable price (and would love it if someone wants the whole collection):
Available
- Pro Drupal Development (Edition 1 + 2)
- Drupal 6 Site Builder Solution
- Drupal for Education and E-Learning
- Using Drupal
- Front End Drupal
Other Related
- PHP5 and MySQL E-Commerce
- Web Mapping Illustrated
October 21 - Testing Testing Trial
This will be an informal gathering of drupal people who will work together to try to understand 'tests' and how to write them.
Where
Common Roots, www.commonrootscafe.com
2558 S Lyndale Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55405
When
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00 pm - 9:30pm
(and then of course we're taking zzolo out for bon voyage drinks. Interested others: rendezvous at common roots around 9:30pm to go out. location TBD.)
What to bring
You will need: a computer, code editor, some familiarity with drupal & PHP. You will probably also want a local webserver running.
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Bring Sanity to Your Web Site (& Your Life) Find Out How Drupal Works for YOU
Date: Monday, November 16, 2009 - 8:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Metorpolitan State MPLS. Campus - 1300 Harmon Place MEC Building Room M2500
NO CHARGE :: Class Limited to First 15 Applicants
Signup: http://www.strategicit.org/sanity
Introduction to Drupal Workshop
Back again by popular demand, our free Introduction to Drupal workshop. Full information and registration at http://www.advantagelabs.com/introduction-drupal-experience.
We'll cover:
- Basic Drupal structure, terminology and features
- Choosing a Drupal distribution
- Defining a Drupal site development process
- Finding and vetting Drupal developers
- Finding local resources
TC Ubercart Meeting Notice
Hi Everyone!
Time again to announce our TC Ubercart User Group Meeting which is held the 3rd Wednesday of every month. (Thanks Wylbur for the reminder!)
Location:
Advantage Labs Offices in the IATP Building (thank you Ad Labs for your hospitality!)
2104 Stevens Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Start 7pm
End 9pm
This meeting will build on what we started with our sample ubercart site --
Bring your questions, examples, how to and we'll build it together!
to refresh your memories on what we worked on last meeting: http://ubercart.learnsdrupal.com/
Read moreMove October User Meeting to Oct 21st?
As some of you may know I am moving to Geneva, Switzerland. The usual TC DUG meeting would be Oct 28th, but that might be the day that I am moving. So, I propose that we move the meeting a week earlier.
I guess the first question is: Can we still meet at Advantage Labs?
Otherwise, any objections?
Read moreDrupal User Group Meeting Notice sent in error!
It appears that the switch to Drupal 6 for groups.drupal.org resulted in sending an announcement today for LAST WEEK'S Twin Cities Drupal User Group meetup. Please note that there will not be a users group meeting at 2104 Stevens. These occur the 4th Wednesday of each month. This was last Wednesday for September.
BUT, there is a Drupal Happy Hour tonight, October 1. These occur each first Thursday of the month. Tonight's will be at the Blue Nile in Minneapolis from 5:30 to 7:30 or so. Check out the separate event notice for this.
Thanks!
Barry Madore
Read moreDruptoberfest Happy Hour
October is just few days away, and that means it's time for another Twin Cities Drupal User Group Happy Hour! It's time for Druptoberfest!
This month, we follow the beer to the Blue Nile - just east of Franklin Avenue and Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. Ethiopian Food, Belgian Beer, and Drupal (They even have wireless there!)
Blue Nile
2027 Franklin Avenue East
Minneapolis, MN 55404
http://bluenilempls.com/
What to talk about? Drupalcon Highlights - Drupal 7 - YOUR favorite module?!
Comments Please! See you Thursday! Prost!
Read moreSeptember meetup, tonight!
Friendly reminder that the Twin Cities Drupal Users Group is having its monthly meeting tonight at 7PM. The agenda is wide open. Tonight would be a great night to attend if you have a burning question and/or an idea for a presentation.
All are welcome. The group meets at Advantage Labs, 2104 Stevens Ave in Minneapolis. If you arrive after 7, come around to the back door of the conference room (facing the parking lot) to be let in.
Read moreIntroduction to Drupal Workshop
Due to popular demand, Advantage Labs is reprising our free Introduction to Drupal workshop on Wednesday September 30, 2009 from 1–3PM at the Advantage Labs office in Minneapolis.
Read moreSeptember TC Ubercart User Group Meeting
Hi Everyone!
Please mark your calendars for the upcoming TC Ubercart User Group meeting -
Date: September 16, 2009
Time: 7pm till 9pm
Where: Advantage Labs Conference Room (Thank you for letting us use your conference room)
2401 Stevens Avenue (just off Franklin & Stevens) Minneapolis
This months meeting plans are to build, together, an Ubercart site.
We had a great meeting last time -- Hope all of you can make it to this meeting -- Thanks!
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Web Design Workshop (including Drupal!) in Minneapolis for designers, writers, editors, project managers & other creatives
I'm hosting a one day workshop and seminar in Minneapolis about the things you should know before you design your first website: it's geared towards people who are somehow involved in the process of creating a website.
If you're a designer, writer, editor, project manager or like-minded creative, you'll learn about the parameters that HTML provides to you; what the content management system Drupal can do for you and your clients; and simple, simple project management for web projects using Basecamp. Registration is online and there is an early bird fee if you register before 9/1.
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