The Awesome Austin Drupal Dojo

Everyone has a routine. For some, it’s their morning coffee, for others it’s going to the gym after work. For me, it’s heading to Mangia Pizza every Thursday from 7pm-9pm, for the last 6 years. Why do I do this? Because the Austin Drupal Dojo meets every Thursday, and we have a great crowd!

Buster, Chris, Fito, Irma, James, John, Marc, Mark, Nick, me (behind the camera) and others at the August 27, 2015 Austin Drupal Dojo.

The Austin Drupal Dojo is a meetup where anyone is welcome to hang out with other Drupalistas in a "hive mind" environment. There are no set topics or presentations. The pizza is delicious, beer refreshing, and conversations vary wildly. Most people bring a laptop and a project, but others just come for the community.

Our regulars range from Drupal experts, to hobbyists, to newbies. From full-time employees, to freelancers, to those looking for work. We also have a steady stream of folks who are looking for help. Maybe they’re just curious about Drupal, or need to learn it for a new job, or want to start their own business. The Drupal community is known for it’s welcoming atmosphere, and the Austin Drupal Dojo is an exemplary model of that community spirit. Our members jump at the chance to answer questions and help those in need, often sparking a group conversation about best practices and possible solutions.

Many of our members contribute to the other Austin Drupal Meetups (yes, we have more than one!) by speaking and/or organizing, and to the Drupal project in general by fixing core/contrib/documentation and organizing Sprint Weekends. When I became the de facto organizer, attendance was modest, and I never imagined it could blossom into such a great group. It’s been my privilege to work alongside these members of our community, and I’d like to thank everyone who’s joined us, past, present, and future.

If you’re ever in the Austin area, grab your laptop, appetite, and come join us!

What: Austin Drupal Users Group - Drupal Dojo
When: Every Thursday 7-9pm
Where:
Mangia Pizza
8012 Mesa Dr
Austin, Tx 78731
(512) 349-2126