Drupal 8 Essential Training: 1 The Basics

Introduction

• Welcome
• How to use the Drupal exercise files

1. Understanding Drupal

• Learn what Drupal can do
• Compare Drupal to similar systems
• Understand key Drupal terms
• Get help with Drupal issues

2. Installing Drupal

• Understand the installation process
• Install Acquia Dev Desktop on Mac
• Install Acquia Dev Desktop on Windows
• Install Drupal's database on *nix
• Install Drupal's files on *nix
• Run the installer for Dev Desktop sites
• Run the installer for web hosts
• Troubleshoot web host installations
• Designate trusted hosts
• Install Drupal modules and themes

3. Navigating Drupal

• Tour Drupal's interface
• Create basic content
• Delegate administration tasks
• Investigate Drupal's inner workings

4. Establishing Your Site

• Establish your site's identity and look
• Configure basic security settings
• Give visitors a way to contact you

5. Adding Content

• Add graphics, text styling, and metadata
• Manage content
• Limit content in newsfeeds and teasers
• Add sidebar content

6. Launching Your Site

• Move Drupal files to a server
• Move Drupal databases to a server
• Connect Drupal's files and database
• Keep Drupal up to date
• Back up and restore your site

Conclusion

• Next steps