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Symphony of Success: A Drupal Odyssey - State Symbol USA's Leap from Drupal 7 to Drupal 10!

State Symbol USA partnered with Dotsquares to transform from Drupal 7.98 to Drupal 10 latest stable version, overcoming complex database hurdles and elevating menu features for an enriched online experience.

THE DETAILS:

  • Company: State Symbol USA
  • Industry: Education & Knowledge
  • Location: United States
  • Duration: 18 Days
  • Development Model: Onshore Collaboration
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Goals: 

State Symbol USA, a distinguished platform, serves as a comprehensive resource for state symbols, fostering education and national pride. Their commitment to accuracy makes them a trusted source for all things related to state symbols.

StateSymbolsUSA aims to enhance their website by upgrading it to the latest version. This upgrade is crucial to bolster security against emerging threats, offer greater flexibility in data management, enhance site performance, and simplify content management processes.

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Requirements/Challenges:

Challenges encompassed migrating from Drupal 7 to Drupal 10, navigating intricate database intricacies, and optimizing menu functionalities, especially with Superfish Menu. Overcoming Drupal 10's limitations on displaying PHP data in views added an extra layer of complexity.

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Solution Delivered:

Dotsquares executed a swift migration and redesign, overcoming the challenges with meticulous planning. Database migration intricacies were navigated seamlessly, and custom code addressed Drupal 10's restrictions on PHP fields in views. Effective menu token and Superfish menu management ensured a smooth transition.

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Outcome:

The Drupal migration and redesign empowered State Symbol USA with a modern, efficient website. Enhanced menu functionalities and the resolution of PHP field limitations in views provide users with a seamless experience. Achieving success in just 18 days positions State Symbol USA for continued growth and positive impact.

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IMPRESSIVE NUMBERS:

  • Achieved migration and redesign within a record 18-day timeframe
  • Zero data loss and improved website performance
  • Elevated user experience with enhanced functionalities
  • 100% client satisfaction
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Why Drupal was chosen

Statesymbolsusa.org likely chose Drupal for its website development due to its versatility and scalability, enabling the site to manage a diverse range of content effectively. With Drupal's robust content management system, the platform can easily organize and present various types of information, including articles, images, and multimedia.

Additionally, Drupal's active community and strong security features provide essential support and protection, ensuring the site's stability and reliability. Overall, Drupal's flexibility, community support, and security make it an ideal choice for building and maintaining a comprehensive website like Statesymbolsusa.org.

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