Tools to build a Component - 9: Overview and Conclusion

Tools to build a Component - 9: Overview and Conclusion Tools to build a Component - 9: Overview and Conclusion

In the previous 8 episodes we looked at tools to build a Joomla component. In this last episode we’ll look back at the previous series and wrap it up.

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What is the Joomla Framework and how can you use it?

What is Joomla Framework and how to use it

When people think of Joomla, they often think about the Joomla CMS, which is a great system for building websites. But Joomla is more than only the CMS. Under the hood, there is something else: the Joomla Framework.

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Code snippet(s): keeping it short for a cleaner layout

Code Snippet

I was given code snippets in css, html and  php with the aim of achieving the same output. How we go about this depends on the execution and who the functionality is aimed at. My own implementations tend to be less geared towards customer-friendly code if I’m using it on my own website but I wanted to consider which could be used by customers who update their own sites.

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Tools to build a Component - 8: Extension Generator

Tools to build a component - part 8

 In this episode we will look at Extension Generator as a tool to to build a component.

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Joomla Joins Google Summer of Code 2025!

GSoC 2025 - What's come GSoC 2025 - What's come

Joomla! is proud to announce that it has been selected as a mentoring organization for the Google Summer of Code™ (GSoC) 2025 program. This year brings exciting changes, including expanded eligibility beyond college students, allowing a wider range of contributors to participate and make an impact.

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Case Study: Joomla Based Automation System

Case Study - Joomla! Based Automation System Case Study - Joomla! Based Automation System

You probably know about automation tools like make.com, Zapier and IFTTT: no-code tools used to connect different systems. But did you know you can do that with Joomla’s Scheduled Tasks as the beating heart? Mohamed Abdelaziz shares with us how he built a Joomla Based Automation System. 

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Sustainable Web Development with Joomla! - Part 2

Sustainable Web Development Part II

In Sustainable Web Development with Joomla! - Part 1, we explored how Joomla enables sustainable web development by promoting energy efficiency, resource optimization, and eco-friendly practices. Key steps included selecting green hosting solutions, writing clean code, minimizing JavaScript, optimizing fonts, and leveraging Joomla's built-in functionality to reduce server load. Emphasis was also placed on user-friendly, accessible design to enhance performance and inclusivity.

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Tools to build a Component - 7: Joomla Component Builder

JCM - Buidling Components - Part 7

In this episode we will use Joomla Component Builder to build our example event schedule component.

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Sustainable Web Development with Joomla - Part 1

JCM - Sustainable Web Devolpment - Part 1

The digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and sustainability is no longer just a buzzword – it's a necessity. As businesses and developers strive to reduce their environmental footprint, sustainable web development has emerged as a critical focus. 

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The new ModalSelect Field

Joomla 5.2 - the modal select field

A new feature in Joomla 5.2 makes life so much easier for Joomla component developers!

It's called the ModalSelect standard field, and it provides a really easy way to implement a modal window in your component.

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