DrupalCon London 2011: HOW DO YOU KNOW THAT GAL KNOWS DRUPAL? TOWARDS AN OPEN SOURCE CURRICULUM

This talk, presented by Dominik Lukes and Heather James, addresses the growing challenges of identifying and developing Drupal talent in an evolving ecosystem. As the demand for skilled Drupal professionals increases, the session explores the various roles within the Drupal community, effective training pathways, and how to transition from beginners to expert users. The speakers examine current initiatives for Drupal education and certification, including Acquia Training and the Drupal Open Learning Initiative, while proposing a community-based certification framework based on a Web of Trust model. They evaluate the role of e-learning and existing resources such as Drupalize.me and BuildaModule.com in enhancing the training landscape for Drupal practitioners, ultimately aiming to better meet the skill needs of organizations.