Author: Mathias Schreiber

Mathias comes from a background in advertising in the music industry. After venturing into musical instrument wholesale he moved to the advertising side of things in the late 90s. His first contact with TYPO3 happened in 2001 when he became part of netfielders and was introduced closely to the TYPO3 community. After being an active member in the TYPO3 Association he took some time off community work to come back in 2013 by raising funds for the 6.2 release and later being sponsored as a full-time product owner in late 2014. In 2016 Mathias got chosen to become CEO of the TYPO3 GmbH in order to further foster the development and visibility of TYPO3 worldwide. In his few hours off TYPO3 a week he tries to master the guitar while living with his wife and dog in Düsseldorf, Germany.

4 Reasons Why So Many Enterprises Use a CMS Like TYPO3

There are lots of ways to build a website, using a content management system (CMS) like TYPO3 is one of them. TYPO3 puts you in the driver seat, lets you easily organize and edit content, and allows for multiple users to add content and keep it up-to-date. Browse our partner finder to find TYPO3 experts who can help you drive your business.

IT Security Act: Software Updates Are Now Required by Law in Germany

Safeguarding critical information technology has been mandatory in Germany since 2017. With the coming into force of the IT Security Act, website owners have to ensure that websites are safe at all times. If you’re running an outdated TYPO3 version, consider opting for Extended Long Term Support.

DDEV Adds Support for TYPO3 CMS

TYPO3 GmbH announces the official beta-release of a TYPO3 CMS local development environment. DDEV, built by DRUD Technology LLC, is a fast, container-based open-source development environment that now supports TYPO3, meaning: Less time for environment configuration, more time on getting your work done. Spin up TYPO3 instances immediately!

TYPO3 CMS and Higher Educational Institutions - a Success Story

The demand for complex websites that are nevertheless user-friendly is ever-growing. Like large-scale businesses, higher educational institutions have a diverse audience they need to address: Students, alumni and faculty staff, to name but a few. In this blog post, we’re focusing on how these institutions are collaborating successfully with TYPO3 CMS, and why they do so.

IT Security Laws in Europe Get Serious

With cybercrime growing in severity and persistence, governments across the globe are prioritising new laws and regulations. In Germany and the European Union, three new laws have recently been passed. They aim at avoiding financial loss and maintaining a high standard of information technology (IT) security.

Want to Contribute to TYPO3 CMS? Welcome!

Being open source software, TYPO3 relies on helping hands who are doing their bit to maintain the high-quality CMS. Fortunately, there are a lot of them, as last month’s numbers have shown. Are you interested in contributing to the TYPO3 project, too? Learn how you can get active and become a part of the TYPO3 community. Welcome!

On Perfect Code and Real Software

Due to the nature of code, software will never be entirely bug-free. However, a systematic review process ensures avoiding vulnerabilities and provides high-quality software. The code in a powerhouse CMS like TYPO3 is complex. If you’re running your site on an older version, keep it safe by opting for Extended Long Term Support (ELTS) and prolonging your website's lifespan.

Budgeting in a Way That Increases Your ROI

A content management system like TYPO3 ensures building a highly customized business website with a maximum of features, tailored according to your wants and needs. You can contract professionals to secure your website’s value: Opt for one of TYPO3 GmbH’s Service Level Agreements (SLA).

Options for Technical Support When Using Open Source Software

Open source software (OSS) solutions have different ways of support available. A strong community behind TYPO3 CMS keeps improving the software - that’s free of charge. It’s your job to keep your website up to date and secure. However, not all support products are free of cost. Learn more about technical support options like our Service Level Agreements (SLA).

Mark Your Calendar! TYPO3 Events in Q4 2017 and 2018

Like every other group, the TYPO3 community depends on the engagement of its members. TYPO3 events and conferences are the best way to connect with other professionals from all around the world. Pull out your calendar and mark these following dates.