drupal-config-management

Automate Drupal configuration management across dev, staging, and production environments.

1|Updated Mar 22, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/AJV009/drupal-devkit --skill drupal-config-management
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Skill: drupal-config-management
Source: https://github.com/AJV009/drupal-devkit/tree/main/plugins/drupal-core/skills/drupal-config-management
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AJV009/drupal-devkit --skill drupal-config-management

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Configuration in Drupal is declarative and lives in YAML, but coordinating config across development, staging, and production is error-prone. This skill documents patterns for managing multi-environment configuration, including config_split, config_ignore, and the standard directory hierarchy (config/sync, config/install, and optional directories) to ensure reliable deployments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Environment-specific configuration: Use config_split to apply environment overrides while preserving a shared base configuration.
  • Controlled import/export workflows: Align with Drush cex/cim processes for safe and predictable deployments.
  • Managed install vs optional config: Distinguish install-time config from optional overrides to satisfy dependencies and deployment goals.

Quick Start

Set up config_split and config_ignore patterns and organize config directories (config/sync, config/install, and optional) to enable reliable multi-environment deployments.

Frequently Asked Questions about drupal-config-management

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I manage Drupal configuration across multiple environments?▼

Drupal configuration across multiple environments is managed by exporting YAML files to a standard directory layout and synchronizing them using Drush cim and cex workflows. This ensures reliable dev, staging, and production deployments.

What is the best way to set up config_split for environment-specific Drupal config?▼

Config_split for environment-specific Drupal config is set up by organizing a shared base configuration and applying environment overrides through standard directories like config/sync. This preserves shared settings while allowing targeted deviations.

How do I use Drush cim and cex for safe Drupal config deployments?▼

Drush cim and cex are used for safe Drupal config deployments by exporting configuration changes to YAML and importing them across environments. This controlled workflow ensures predictable and error-free synchronization.

When should I use config/install versus optional directories in Drupal?▼

Config/install directories in Drupal should be used for required install-time configuration, while optional directories handle overrides that depend on certain conditions or dependencies being met during deployment.

Does Drupal config management work with config_ignore to exclude specific settings?▼

Drupal config management works with config_ignore to exclude specific environment settings from being overwritten during synchronization. This pattern prevents local configurations from being exported and deployed incorrectly.