【Event Report】 Expanding Career Opportunities with DX – Drupal MeetUp Nara #2
On February 28, 2025, "Drupal MeetUp Nara," an event aimed at expanding career opportunities through DX, was held at the Nara Convention Center. Here’s a recap of the event.
How to Build a New Career
At the beginning of the meetup, participants shared the purpose and vision of this event, setting the stage for meaningful discussions.
✅ Drupal is the ultimate tool for DX!
✅ Seize various opportunities as a DX professional!
✅ Let's build a career development path for DX professionals starting from Nara!
The event featured an introduction to career paths in the DX field, as well as a panel discussion with women who transitioned into DX careers from other industries. It was a valuable opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Drupal’s potential. The session also served as an inspiration for participants considering new challenges while balancing parenthood.
Career Paths for DX Professionals
Using Drupal is a highly effective way to build a career as a DX professional! (Introducing key aspects of the Digital Skill Standard defined by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI))
🔹 DX Promotion Skill Standard Overview
For the full version of the Digital Skill Standard, visit → [Digital Skill Standard Ver.1.2 (external link)]
Panel Discussion
The event featured a panel discussion with Suzuki, a Drupal engineer balancing her career while raising children, and Fukagawa, who transitioned from a different industry into the DX field.
💡 Key Discussion Points:
- What motivated them to enter the DX industry?
- What are the benefits and challenges of working in this field?
- How do they overcome challenges?
- What kind of people are best suited for DX careers?
- How do they balance work and family life?
Participants, including the event staff, were highly engaged in these real and insightful conversations.
Insights from Naoe, Organizer of Drupal MeetUp Haneda
A deep dive into the latest trends in Drupal was provided. While the discussion was highly technical, regularly engaging with such topics helps in understanding emerging trends.
One of Drupal’s greatest strengths is its global community of engineers who actively monitor security issues, allowing for swift responses to critical vulnerabilities. This highlights Drupal's strong security model and reliability.
Event Highlights & Participant Feedback
🗣 Participant Comments:
- "It was great to hear stories from those who started with no experience and to talk with Nara city officials."
- "I want to work remotely or in Nara, so this event gave me the motivation to explore new opportunities."
- "I was intrigued by how Drupal is not just for building websites but also for transforming business value."
- "I appreciated that complex terms were intentionally used, encouraging me to research and develop a deeper understanding."
Upcoming Event Announcement
Drupal MeetUp Nara will continue to be held with evolving themes. If you missed this session, don’t worry—join us next time!
Next Event: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Remote Work in the DX Field
Ever wondered what remote work looks like in the DX industry? Experience it firsthand and connect with like-minded professionals to explore new career ideas!
Next Event Details
Date: Friday, March 21, 2025
