DrupalCon Portland 2013: THE OLD AND NEW FIELD API IN DRUPAL 8

This talk focuses on the significant changes made to Drupal 8, particularly the overhaul of the Field API. The speaker explores the API changes, providing numerous code examples to prepare developers for porting field modules to Drupal 8 or implementing the API in their custom projects. Attendees will learn about new features and improvements, including enhancements to the Field API's rendering system, which contributes to a faster overall Drupal experience. The speaker also clarifies the differences between the old and new Field API, addressing the potential impacts for both developers and site builders.