Much has been said about Drupal's big shift to a broader and different audience than the one we were used to. Drupal CMS is designed for those who are looking for an easy-to-manage solution without relying on developers.
Wasn't Drupal already a CMS? What's the difference?
Drupal has always been a CMS (Content Management System), but the difference is that Drupal CMS is a specialized version of Drupal Core. Its goal is to offer a fast, friendly and preconfigured solution for those who need to manage content without technical knowledge.
It is especially aimed at marketers, entrepreneurs and content creators looking to leverage the power of Drupal without the usual complexity. In other words, Drupal CMS simplifies the experience without sacrificing the best of Drupal: its security, flexibility and SEO optimization.
Starshot: The Mom of Drupal CMS
On May 6 last year, at DrupalCon Portland, Dries Buytaert announced Starshot: an initiative that promises to transform Drupal and make it accessible to more users.
Starshot is the foundation on which Drupal CMS is built. It is the initiative that has enabled the development of a more accessible and ready-to-use version of Drupal, without the need for advanced configurations.
Demystifying Drupal CMS: a visual comparison
To better understand the key concepts of Drupal CMS, let's imagine that we are putting together a bouquet of flowers. Each element in this arrangement has a specific function that contributes to its beauty and usefulness, just as the Drupal CMS components work together to provide an efficient and easy-to-use solution.
Let's imagine that we have a bouquet with different types of plants. That diversity is what makes it special. That's how recipes work in Drupal CMS: they are combinations of modules, configurations and contents that end up becoming ready-to-use templates.
Key components for Drupal CMS
Project browser → This is our workbench, where we can see all the flowers (available options) and choose the ones that best suit our bouquet. This browser facilitates the selection and installation of modules and themes in Drupal CMS, allowing users to find what they need intuitively.
Automatic updates → They are like a florist who always arrives at our shop with the freshest and most beautiful flowers, ensuring that our bouquet stays perfect. In the same way, Drupal CMS implements automatic updates to keep the system secure and optimized without manual intervention.
Experience builder → These are the floral design tools we use to customize our bouquet: ribbons, paper, vases. In Drupal CMS, this builder allows us to design and customize the user experience within the website without the need for advanced programming, providing greater control and flexibility.
Privacy tracking → When our business grows, we need tighter control. So, we start noting in a notebook every time someone decorates a bouquet. This is privacy tracking in Drupal CMS, as it allows us to know who made what changes to our website.
Event tracking → If we organize flower arranging workshops, we need to know how many people will attend, what materials are needed and how to organize everything. In Drupal CMS, event tracking helps us manage these activities within our site, allowing for better monitoring and planning.
Conclusion
Drupal CMS has arrived to make life easier for those who need a fast and effective technology solution. Thanks to the Starshot initiative, it is now possible to leverage the full power of Drupal without advanced technical knowledge.
With tools designed to optimize the user experience and facilitate content management, Drupal CMS represents a key evolution for those looking for a powerful and accessible system. If you're ready to take your digital project to the next level, now is the time to explore all that Drupal CMS has to offer.