Building Kick SaaS Installation Profiles

One of the most power features of Drupal is the capability of using it to build and deploy SaaS-like applications. At the heart of this capability is the tried and true install profile. If you've ever wondered why install profiles are and how they can make your life easier, then this session is for you. We'll discuss:

• What installation profiles are, what purposes they serve, and why you should use them.
• Tips and tricks on building an installation profile.
• How installation profiles can decrease stress for developers.
• Building "turn-key" sites that can go from zero to installed in a few minutes.
• Maintaining installation profiles.
• Scaling out installation profiles.

While knowledge of module development is suggested, you don't need to be an expert to get the most out of this session.