DrupalCon Dublin 2016: How do I Typed Data in Drupal 8

This talk covers the complexities and advantages of the Typed Data API in Drupal 8, with a focus on its role in modeling intricate data types separate from traditional entity storage. The speaker discusses the previous equivalents of this API in Drupal 6 and 7, explains the concepts of data types and data definitions, and examines the potential uses along with the pros and cons of utilizing Typed Data. Additionally, the session explores best practices for unit testing the Typed Data Manager, making it suitable for experienced developers who seek to enhance their data modeling skills and integrate with external services. Familiarity with the Drupal 8 Plugin, Form, PHPUnit, or Render API is recommended.