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Full introduction to Views in Drupal 8

3h 32m 8s
English
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Discover the power of Views in Drupal 8 and learn how this essential tool helps you customize and enhance your Drupal website. From the default lists on the front page to creating custom content blocks and featured articles, Views is integral to Drupal 8's core system.

Course Overview

During this course, you will gain comprehensive knowledge of the Views module, enabling you to edit existing lists and present new ones effectively on your Drupal site. Views is no longer just a contributed module; it's a vital skill for any Drupal user. The course will cover the essential tools and settings in the Views interface, supplemented with as many practical examples as possible.

Course Requirements

  • Basic computer skills are necessary.

Target Audience

  • Beginners to Drupal 8 eager to learn about Views.
  • Drupal 7 users looking to upgrade their knowledge to Drupal 8.
  • Drupal 8 website users seeking to modify or enhance list displays.
  • Owners wanting to create new content lists on Drupal 8 websites.

Learning Outcomes

This course will empower you to:

  • Understand the functionalities of the Views module.
  • Create lists of any content available in your Drupal 8 system.
  • Modify admin content pages by adding filters, fields, and sorts.
  • Navigate the Views user interface with confidence.
  • Design new content pages and blocks.

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A bit about me and the course Demo
00:51
2
Installing Acquia dev desktop
04:16
3
Installing Drupal
06:25
4
What is views ?
01:29
5
Default views, lets check some existing Views
02:13
6
A word about Drupal entities
04:31
7
Quick overView interface tour
06:39
8
Types of views (quick now, detailed later)
03:12
9
Formats
01:32
10
Views format Table with fields
04:44
11
Views format HTML list with fields
05:16
12
Views format Content / Display Modes
04:41
13
Views format Grid with fields/content
03:07
14
Views format Unformatted with fields/content
05:01
15
Filters
08:17
16
Filters exposed
06:46
17
Filters AND and OR
04:06
18
Sorting
06:35
19
Header and Footer elements
05:16
20
Pagers
04:43
21
Access
02:24
22
Contextual Filters
08:59
23
Relationships
03:15
24
Exposed form improve
05:37
25
Ajax
02:43
26
Caching
03:09
27
Some tips for Drupal Views housekeeping
11:04
28
Page view
05:01
29
Block view - creating and placing on the page
06:33
30
Attachment view
06:58
31
Entity Reference - show just some nodes as reference
07:37
32
Infinite scroll
06:46
33
Better exposed filters
08:14
34
Slider
09:08
35
Preparing our project
03:54
36
Project slider
09:24
37
Bottom articles
06:43
38
Archive page
12:46
39
How you may continue to improve
02:13
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Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
The course requires only basic computer skills. It is designed for beginners to Drupal 8, Drupal 7 users transitioning to Drupal 8, and Drupal 8 website users looking to improve their list display capabilities. No prior experience with the Views module or Drupal development is necessary.
What specific projects or features will I be able to build by the end of the course?
By the end of the course, you will be able to create new content pages and blocks using the Views module in Drupal 8. You will also be able to modify admin content pages by adding filters, fields, and sorts, and create lists of any content within your Drupal 8 system. The course includes practical examples like building a project slider and an archive page.
Who is the target audience for this course?
The course is aimed at beginners to Drupal 8, Drupal 7 users looking to upgrade their knowledge, and Drupal 8 website users who want to modify or enhance list displays. It's also suitable for website owners who want to create new content lists on their Drupal 8 websites.
How does this course compare in depth and scope to other Drupal courses?
This course specifically focuses on the Views module in Drupal 8, which is a core feature rather than a contributed module. It covers essential tools and settings in the Views interface with practical examples. Unlike broader Drupal courses, this one dives deeply into customizing lists and display features using Views.
What are some specific tools or platforms covered in this course?
The course covers tools and platforms essential for utilizing the Views module in Drupal 8. You'll learn about different view formats, such as Table, HTML list, Grid, and Unformatted formats. The course also discusses using tools like Filters, Sorting, Pagers, Contextual Filters, and Ajax to enhance your Views.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover advanced Drupal development topics outside of the Views module, such as custom module development or theming. It focuses strictly on using the Views module to create and modify content lists, blocks, and pages within Drupal 8.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
The course includes 39 lessons. While the total runtime is not specified, prospective students should anticipate investing time to follow along with practical examples and exercises to fully grasp the functionalities of the Views module. The time commitment will vary based on individual pace and engagement with the course material.