TD Cafe #006 - Carlos Ospina & Ana Laura Coto

Join Carlos Ospina and Ana Laura Coto as they discuss their unique perspectives on work-life balance, the blending of personal and professional lives, and the challenges and opportunities within the Drupal community. From remote working experiences, integrating AI in their workflow, to the importance of small and medium-sized projects in sustaining the Drupal ecosystem, the conversation reveals insightful and diverse views. Hear their inspiring story of collaboration, love for Drupal, and their vision for making the Drupal community more inclusive and accessible globally.

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https://www.talkingDrupal.com/cafe006

Topics

Carlos Ospina

Carlos is a seasoned Drupal Architect and active contributor in the Drupal community. With over two decades of experience in open-source technologies, Carlos specializes in site architecture, development guidance, and performance optimization. He is the founder of Palcera, a digital agency looking to deliver high-quality Drupal services to clients across the Americas. Carlos is known for his community engagement through events, meetups, and mentorship within the Latin American Drupal scene and the US community. He frequently shares his knowledge through talks, workshops, and contributions to Drupal.org, helping to advance the platform and support new developers. Passionate about building inclusive tech communities, Carlos champions collaboration and continuous learning in open source and the development of a more global community for Drupal.

Ana Laura Coto

Ana is a dedicated Drupal developer and advocate. With a background in front-end development and user experience, Ana Laura brings a passion for building accessible, user-centered websites using open-source technologies. She is an active member of the Drupal community, contributing to both local and international events as a speaker, organizer, and mentor. Ana Laura is especially committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in tech, helping to create welcoming spaces for underrepresented voices. Through her contributions to Drupal.org and community initiatives, she continues to inspire collaboration and growth within the Drupal ecosystem.

• How We Met: A Unique Beginning
• Different Perspectives on Work-Life Balance
• Challenges and Benefits of Working from Home
• The Drupal Community and Family Life
• The Role of AI in Our Work
• Future of Drupal and Community Challenges
• Challenges and Opportunities in the Drupal Job Market
• The Evolution and Pricing of Drupal
• Reviving the Drupal Community
• Global Perspectives on Drupal's Future
• The Importance of Inclusivity in Drupal
• Personal Reflections and Future Goals
• Concluding Thoughts

Resources

A Drupal Couple
The IXP Program
IXP registration Site
Palcera

Guests

Carlos Ospino A Drupal Couple camoa
Ana Laura Coto A Drupal Couple anilucoto

How We Met: A Unique Beginning
Different Perspectives on Work-Life Balance
Challenges and Benefits of Working from Home
The Drupal Community and Family Life
The Role of AI in Our Work
Future of Drupal and Community Challenges
Challenges and Opportunities in the Drupal Job Market
The Evolution and Pricing of Drupal
Reviving the Drupal Community
Global Perspectives on Drupal's Future
The Importance of Inclusivity in Drupal
Personal Reflections and Future Goals
Concluding Thoughts

00:00 Introduction to Work-Life Balance
01:00 How We Met: A Unique Beginning
01:17 Different Perspectives on Work-Life Balance
07:41 Challenges and Benefits of Working from Home
08:34 The Drupal Community and Family Life
17:01 The Role of AI in Our Work
31:36 Future of Drupal and Community Challenges
35:35 Challenges and Opportunities in the Drupal Job Market
36:45 The Evolution and Pricing of Drupal
38:06 Reviving the Drupal Community
42:59 Global Perspectives on Drupal's Future
52:34 The Importance of Inclusivity in Drupal
01:01:50 Personal Reflections and Future Goals
01:03:06 Concluding Thoughts