DrupalCon Denver 2012: THE FUTURE OF DRUPAL GOVERNANCE

This talk explores governance within the Drupal community, focusing on the processes of decision making, planning, and problem solving. The speaker discusses the current governance structure of Drupal, which has been shaped by its founder, Dries Buytaert, and the reliance on consensus in core development. However, the session highlights the challenges faced by a global community with diverse initiatives and advocates for more effective decision-making and conflict resolution methods. It examines governance practices in other open-source communities and presents options for enhancing Drupal’s governance, addressing the risks and implications of any potential changes. The aim is to foster a constructive conversation about the future of governance in Drupal, while respecting existing leadership.