DrupalCon Amsterdam 2014: Engaging UX and Design Contributors

This talk, led by veteran UX designer Dani Nordin, examines the current challenges faced by the Drupal community in terms of collaboration and decision-making tools. Nordin discusses the limited effectiveness of platforms like Groups.Drupal.org and the Issue Queue in facilitating constructive dialogue, highlighting the frequent disconnection between discussions held at conferences and the subsequent need for reconciliation in development spaces. She emphasizes the critical role of UX design in driving the project's growth, while addressing the funding shortcomings and recognition issues that lead to designer burnout. Attendees will gain insight into the Community Tools team's work and explore strategies for enhancing collaborative processes within the Drupal ecosystem.