About this talk
This talk delves into the extensive use of Drupal within the European Commission, highlighting its evolution over more than ten years as it supported hundreds of websites, from high-profile communication platforms to community interactions. The speaker discusses the transition from simpler initial sites to a robust multisite network with Drupal 7, and further advancements through the component-based architecture of Drupal 8, 9, and 10. Additionally, the session explores the organizational strategies the European Commission implemented, including workflows, standards, and collaboration methods that enhance Drupal's usability as an open-source platform. Attendees will gain insights into Drupal's scalability and how its development has adapted to the Commission's diverse project needs.