Drupal 10 is LIVE: Upgrade to The Latest Version with LN Webworks Today!

The digital world is a swift river, and staying current is of utmost importance. The advent of Drupal 10 marks a substantial leap towards improved performance, security, and user experience. As a pioneer in 360 Drupal services, LN Webworks is proud to offer seamless Drupal upgrade Services. 

 Let’s navigate the intricacies of Drupal 10's core attributes, the advantages of embracing this upgrade, and how LN Webworks stands as your steadfast partner for a successful migration.

Understanding Drupal 10: An Overview 

Drupal 10 brings a host of improvements, building upon the strengths of its predecessors while introducing new elements. Here’s everything new about Drupal 10 that you must know: 

A. Evolution of Drupal

Drupal 10 embodies the evolution of content management systems, integrating past lessons for a more robust platform.

B. Modernized Dependencies

By adopting the latest PHP and Symfony versions, Drupal 10 ensures compatibility with contemporary technologies, resulting in enhanced performance.

C. API-First Approach

Drupal 10's API-first approach empowers developers to create interactive experiences through decoupled architectures.

D. Enhanced Security

Drupal 10 is designed with security at its core, offering robust protection against potential vulnerabilities.

E. Long-Term Support

Drupal 10's commitment to long-term support ensures regular updates, security patches, and continuous maintenance.

What’s New in Drupal 10? 

Drupal 10, a revamped edition, comes equipped with a range of exciting new features. Here are some of the core highlights:

1. The Drupal 7 theme 'Seven,' introduced in 2009, conveyed an outdated system impression. In its place, the modern 'Claro' theme was developed, aligning with the latest design standards.

2. For users seeking enhanced features, the 'Olivero' front-end theme has been tailored to seamlessly integrate with popular functionalities like the Layout Builder. Notably, Olivero adheres to WCAG AA accessibility standards.

3. Introducing the 'Auto-Update' feature, available for composer-based sites, allows Drupal websites to undergo secure and automatic updates, streamlining the maintenance process.

4. The innovative 'Decoupled Menus' feature facilitates the creation of small, reusable web components, addressing common use cases and accelerating the development of a comprehensive repository of such components.

5. Site builders can benefit from the 'Project Browser,' a tool designed to simplify the discovery and installation of modules directly from the admin dashboard. Initially, it will be available as a contributed module.

6. Replacing the 'Classy' theme, the upcoming 'Starter-Kit' theme promises improved maintainability without initially impacting production themes.

Don’t Forget: Drupal 10 is Built On Drupal 9 Codebase

Drupal 10 represents a significant evolution by building upon the foundation of Drupal 9, avoiding a complete codebase overhaul. Instead, new functionalities are incrementally introduced in subsequent Drupal 9 versions. This approach ensures that each minor release, extending up to Drupal 9.4.0, remains backward compatible, providing the community with ample time to adapt to future API changes.

This strategic method enables Drupal to continuously deliver new value every six months without causing disruptions. When Drupal 10 launches in December 2022, deprecated code will be entirely removed, and dependencies will be updated. This approach mirrors the successful migration strategy employed during the transition from Drupal 8 to Drupal 9, facilitating quicker compatibility for contributed modules and extensions with the new version.

Checklist for Drupal 10 Upgrade

Upgrade Status

It provides a list of modules and themes that need to be worked on or are up-to-date.

Upgrade Rector

Install the Upgrade Rector modules as it helps in fixing deprecation errors for the modules installed. It provides code fix suggestions and makes it easy to generate patches for them.

1. Make sure you have updated your site with the most recent version

2. List down all the contributed and custom modules, also the themes.

3. Identify the deprecated code with the Upgrade status module.

4. Update themes and contribute modules to the latest version

5. In custom modules update the core_version_requirement key in the custom modules info.yml file.

6. Removed the unused and uninstalled modules

7. Once all the modules and themes are updated you can be ready to do the below steps.

Step-by-Step Process of Drupal 10 Upgrade 

1. Install Upgrade Status Module

composer require 'drupal/upgrade_status:^3.18'

Url:https://www.drupal.org/project/upgrade_status

Install module upgrade_rector

composer require 'drupal/upgrade_rector:^1.0@alpha'

2. Install Drupal reactor inside the Drupal project

Using the command composer require-dev palantirnet/drupal-rector
To get started, copy the rector.php configuration file provided by this package:

Url:https://www.drupal.org/project/upgrade_rector

cp vendor/palantirnet/drupal-rector/rector.php .

Analyze your code with Rector and review suggested changes:

$ vendor/bin/rector process web/modules/contrib/[YOUR_MODULE] --dry-run

Apply suggested changes:

$ vendor/bin/rector process web/modules/contrib/[YOUR_MODULE]
 

3. Check the upgrade status module configuration and check for compatibility of modules

    Then update your modules to stable versions.

    Update your composer using

    Composer self-update command

 Then edit your composer.json file  

     "minimum-stability": "beta",

    "drupal/core-composer-scaffold": "^10",

     "drupal/core-project-message": "^10",

     "drupal/core-recommended": "^10",

Then run Composer install command:

   Composer update

 Your Drupal is updated to 10.

Benefits of Upgrading to Drupal 10

Migrating to Drupal 10 offers a multitude of advantages that align your digital presence with modern demands. Here are a few of them:

A. Performance Boost

Drupal 10's optimized codebase and modernized dependencies lead to faster loading times and improved overall performance.

B. Improved User Experience

Drupal 10 prioritizes accessibility, responsive design, and customizable content displays, resulting in an enhanced user experience.

C. Streamlined Content Management

Drupal 10's intuitive content creation and management tools empower content editors and simplify complex workflows.

D. SEO Advantages

With clean code and SEO-focused modules, Drupal 10 provides a strong foundation for improving search engine rankings and online visibility.

E. Future-Readiness

By migrating to Drupal 10, your business stays prepared for emerging digital trends and innovations.

Why Choose LN Webworks?

Choosing LN Webworks as your Drupal migration partner is a decision grounded in expertise and experience. Here’s how we help you in a successful Drupal 10 development: 

1. Proven Track Record

With a history of successful Drupal projects, LN Webworks brings a wealth of experience to the table.

2. 360 Drupal Services

Our comprehensive services cover everything from consultation and development to migration, maintenance, and ongoing support.

3. Customized Solutions 

Recognizing the individuality of every business, we tailor our solutions to harmonize with your distinct objectives and needs.

4. Effortless Migration

LN Webworks ensures a smooth migration process with minimal disruptions, providing a seamless transition to Drupal 10.

5. Client-Centric Approach

 Open communication and collaboration lie at the core of our approach, keeping you informed and involved throughout the project.

How will LN Webworks Help?

LN Webworks, your trusted Drupal 10 migration company, guides you through each phase of the migration journey with meticulous attention to detail.

1. Assessment and Strategy

Our initial phase involves a comprehensive assessment of your existing system. Following this, we devise a migration strategy tailored to the specifics of your setup and your aspirations for Drupal 10.

2. Data Migration

Our seasoned experts take on the critical task of data migration. We ensure the safe and precise transfer of all your content, user data, and configurations to Drupal 10.

3. Design and Customization

Our design team collaborates closely with you to capture your brand's essence and translate it into the new Drupal 10 setup. 

4. Thorough Testing 

Before the final launch, our quality assurance team conducts thorough testing to identify and resolve any potential issues. From functionality to performance, compatibility to user experience, we ensure that your Drupal 10 platform operates flawlessly across all aspects.

5. Launch and Ongoing Support

Our team ensures that the transition is smooth and that your new platform is up and running seamlessly. 

Beyond launch, we continue to provide ongoing support to address any questions, concerns, or optimization needs. 

Let’s Wrap It Up! 

All in all, Drupal 10's release represents a pivotal advancement, and our team at LN Webworks is primed to be your dependable migration partner. With our expertise and comprehensive services, the transition to Drupal 10 becomes a gateway to enhanced performance and innovation. Reach out to us now for a seamless Drupal migration that ensures a resilient and future-ready online presence.