DrupalCon Portland 2013: BUILDING A LEARNING COMMUNITY THROUGH COMPETITION

This talk introduces The Module Off, a bi-weekly competition designed for Drupal developers to enhance module development skills by submitting code and screencasts in response to challenges. The speaker explores the motivations behind creating this initiative, highlighting the difficulty of encouraging experienced Drupalists to share their expertise. Key topics include the challenges of launching the project, strategies for finding sponsors to offer prizes, and responses from the community, including handling negative feedback. The session invites discussion around fostering community engagement through innovative methods such as competition and gamification, while also seeking partnerships with Drupal-related vendors.