In this Umbraco Coffee episode, hosts Marcin and Callum recap the recent CodeGarden event, highlighting its success with a new venue and engaging talks. They discuss the community's evolution towards business-oriented discussions, the introduction of Umbraco Automate, and upcoming events, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and innovation within the Umbraco ecosystem.
2026-07-02 from 18:00 to 20:00 (Europe/London) - Aspire Systems, 12-14 Trade Street, Cardiff, CF10 5DT, Cardiff, GB
Mitchell Nortje reflects on his transformative experience at CodeGarden 2026, contrasting it with his previous skepticism at CodeGarden 2025. Emphasizing the importance of community and the African philosophy of Ubuntu, he highlights how collaboration and shared knowledge enhanced his development skills, ultimately reigniting his passion for software development.
At Codegarden, Corne Hoskam, Nathan Woulfe, and Ronald Barendse conducted a workshop titled "We Need to Go Deeper: Extending Umbraco's Extensions," transforming it into an interactive escape room. Participants tackled coding quests across three Umbraco products, gaining hands-on experience in extension development. The workshop is now publicly available for anyone to explore.
Mark McDonald reflects on his virtual experience of Codegarden, highlighting Shannon Deminick's talk on AI in Umbraco site development. Inspired, he created a proof of concept for re-platforming existing sites using AI to automate workflows. The project demonstrated reusable processes, though it emphasized the need for human oversight and clear component frameworks.
Nathaniel Nunes reflects on his transformative experience attending the MVP Summit and Codegarden in Copenhagen. He highlights meaningful sessions on AI, community engagement, and personal growth, culminating in receiving the MVP award. Nunes expresses gratitude to mentors, family, and the Umbraco community, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and shared learning.
In Codegarden 2026, held in Copenhagen, Owain Williams reflects on a week filled with engaging talks, community interactions, and enjoyable activities like morning runs and a lively party. The venue and sessions were exceptional, making it a memorable experience. Ultimately, the connections with fellow attendees stood out as the highlight.
In his reflection on Codegarden 2026, Jeroen Breuer highlights the significant focus on AI, showcasing its practical applications within the Umbraco community. Key sessions included discussions on AI-driven development, migration strategies, and new features like reusable content. Breuer emphasizes the shift from theoretical AI concepts to real-world implementations, anticipating future advancements.
Relive the highlights of Codegarden 2026 in this aftermovie, capturing the people, moments, and energy that brought the Umbraco community together for two unforgettable days of learning, connection, and celebration.
2026-06-24 from 16:00 to 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) - Online
2026-06-25 from 17:00 to 17:45 (Asia/Kolkata) - Online
2026-06-25 from 18:00 to 20:00 (Europe/London) - Method4, 12-14 Trade Street, Cardiff, CF10 5DT, Cardiff, GB
At Codegarden, Emma Burstow highlights Rashmita and Jasper, founders of One Tech Nepal, who leverage their 100% Umbraco agency to support IT education and libraries in remote Himalayan communities. Their journey, marked by personal struggles, emphasizes the impact of community and technology in fostering meaningful change for future generations.
At the Codegarden keynote, Mathilde Høst celebrated 127 Umbraco MVPs, including 25 first-time recipients. These individuals significantly contribute to the community by providing support, sharing solutions, and fostering collaboration. Their dedication and passion are vital to Umbraco's success, creating a positive impact that enhances the overall experience for users.
On June 10, 2026, the Umbraco Awards celebrated exceptional projects within the Umbraco ecosystem at Codegarden. Winners included Perplex Digital, Zeroseven, and NXT Digital Solutions Ltd, recognized for their innovative solutions in accessibility, cloud infrastructure, and AI integration. The awards highlighted creativity and technical excellence, inspiring future developments in the community.
On June 10, 2026, Filip Bech-Larsen announced significant updates at the Codegarden Keynote, including the launch of Umbraco Automate, new CMS features, and Load Balancing for Cloud. The platform's evolution emphasizes maturity, AI integration, and user control, enhancing the developer and business experience with improved tools and functionalities.
Aaron Sadler reflects on his experience at Codegarden 2026 in Copenhagen, highlighting the MVP Summit, the launch of Umbraco Automate, and standout sessions. He emphasizes the importance of community and connections, noting how the event fosters collaboration and support among Umbraco users, making it a valuable experience for all attendees.
Nevitech IT Solutions Ltd reflects on an enriching week at Codegarden in Copenhagen, celebrating community spirit and personal achievements. Highlights include being awarded Umbraco MVP 2026, presenting a demo during the keynote, and winning the AI Package Award. The experience underscored the supportive nature of the Umbraco community.
Dennis reflects on his experience at Codegarden in Copenhagen, noting its excellent organization and manageable size. He highlights engaging talks, particularly on collaboration and integration, while expressing a desire for more focus on software development practices in the Umbraco community. Overall, he found the event inspiring and worthwhile.
At the Umbraco MVP Summit and Codegarden, Umbraco HQ introduced Umbraco.Automate, an event-driven automation engine. Inspired by its capabilities, Owain.Codes developed OC.Automate.Mastodon, a third-party package enabling automated blog sharing to Mastodon. The open-source project aims to expand with more connections, enhancing user workflows in Umbraco.