[SGVLUG] Free workshop tomorrow: Introduction to Drupal

[Christefano]

Hi SGVLUG,

We're offering a 3-hour workshop tomorrow on an introduction to the 
Drupal content management system and what you need to know when using 
Drupal for your next website:

   Free workshop: Introduction to the Drupal Content Management System
https://www.larks.la/training/2012/05/25/introduction-to-the-drupal-content-management-system 


This workshop is free and seating is limited. You'll have access to the 
experts at Exaltation of Larks — a Drupal strategy, consulting, 
development and training company in Los Angeles — get a free lunch and 
have a fun time!

We're being hosted by Droplabs, a coworking and event space in Downtown 
Los Angeles (near the Brewery and San Antonio Winery). Droplabs' address 
is 651 Clover St., Los Angeles, CA 90031 and their phone number is 
855-DROPLABS (855-376-7522).

What you will learn:

  * When and why to use Drupal
  * Considerations when starting a Drupal project and how to organize
    your project
  * The basics of Drupal, from content management to membership ("user")
    management
  * An introduction to databases and queries
  * How to organize your site using Drupal content types, taxonomy and Views
  * How to turn ideas for features and functionality into achievable
    tasks using user stories and use cases
  * Which tasks are crucial for a successful Drupal website and how to
    organize them
  * How to choose the right Drupal version and modules for your project
  * The basics of web hosting and getting Drupal running on your own
    computer
  * How to connect with the Drupal community, its meetups, conferences
    and job fairs and online discussion forums and chat rooms


Days:

1 day: Friday, May 25, 2012. This workshop is from 12-3pm and begins at 
12noon sharp.

Prerequisites:

  * An active interest in learning about Drupal
  * A basic understanding of the Internet and familiarity with how
    websites function
  * A conceptual understanding of Content Management Systems (CMS), HTML
    and CSS is beneficial (but not required)


What to bring

This is a lunch and learn-style workshop that is shaped by the interests 
of the attendees. Bring your lunch and learn about Drupal! You don't 
need to bring a computer.

Please let us know if you have any questions. You can email us at 
training at larks.la or call us at 888-LARKS-LA (888-527-5752). Thanks!

  ~ Christefano

   Christefano Reyes | Organizer and Drupal Adventure Guide
http://drupal.org/user/104 | http://www.downtowndrupal.org
   954-CHRISTO (954-247-4786) | 855-LADRUPAL (855-523-7872)
   Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/DowntownDrupal

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