drupal masters
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DRUPAL SKILLS ARE HARD TO FIND
There is just too much demand for Drupal for the supply to keep up.
The majority of those with experience... have only a tiny amount of it.
When you have the skills,
there is even more to know
Drupal is a moving target with a massive number of diverse components.
Best Practice changes almost daily
Few are able to keep up with all the new tools and techniques
Formal training is expensive, if it even exists
Everyone is scared of their developers leaving for a bigger pay-check once their training is done.
Training courses need to be generic in order to make them financially viable to the organisers. This means that in-depth classes are rare and cost a bomb.
Community-powered professional skills
Ongoing, mid – high end, Drupal professional development
Significantly more cost effective than any other available training
(Unfortunately we don't have a magic potion to keep developers in their seats.)
Monthly gatherings of professionals
Small groups gather regularly to share challenges and successes
The “lessons” are tailored to the requirements of those involved.
Members are selected to create the best range of compatible skills within a group.
A carefully selected guest speakers
We make sure that there are always new things thrown into the mix.
The guest presentations help boost the quality of local Drupal community meet-ups
A dedicated facilitator keeps things on-track
We also organise a venue, take notes and provide refreshments.
Connecting the Drupal professional community
Gathering diverse members of the community together means we will help build common practices.