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Mathias Bolt Lesniak

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Project ambassador for #TYPO3. Public speaker, #FOSS, and #OpenSource advocate. TYPO3 since 2003. My views are my own. https://my.typo3.org/u/mabolek

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The 14th Annual CMS Critic Awards Nominations Your voice, your choice! Vote your favorite platforms for the 14th Annual CMS Critic Awards, the longest-running awards program in the content management industry! For almost a decade and a half, our…

Support TYPO3 in becoming this year’s Best Free CMS, Best Enterprise CMS, and Best Open Source CMS at the 14th Annual CMS Critic Awards. If you nominated in January, ensure you vote now for TYPO3 to win.

Vote here: buff.ly/zkt6c1t

11.02.2026 15:01 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The 14th Annual CMS Critic Awards Nominations Your voice, your choice! Vote your favorite platforms for the 14th Annual CMS Critic Awards, the longest-running awards program in the content management industry! For almost a decade and a half, our ...

Vote for #TYPO3 at cmscritic.com/vote πŸ† Make our favorite CMS win the #CMSCriticAwards. Deadline 27 February.

🧑 Best Free CMS
🧑 Best Enterprise CMS
🧑 Best Open Source CMS

(If you submitted a nomination last month, this is your second and deciding vote!)

#Award #CMS #OpenSource @typo3.com

11.02.2026 09:18 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Two people smiling for a selfie in front of a podium with a sign that reads EU Open Source Policy Summit 26 on a blue and yellow screen. The background is lit with blue lights.

Two people smiling for a selfie in front of a podium with a sign that reads EU Open Source Policy Summit 26 on a blue and yellow screen. The background is lit with blue lights.

A speaker stands at a podium in front of a screen displaying points about digital independence, including transparency, autonomy, community, resilience, and open-source tools. An illustrated crowd with flags appears on the screen above him. (Photo: Tim Lehnen)

A speaker stands at a podium in front of a screen displaying points about digital independence, including transparency, autonomy, community, resilience, and open-source tools. An illustrated crowd with flags appears on the screen above him. (Photo: Tim Lehnen)

A grand library hall with ornate woodwork, high shelves of books, and a vaulted ceiling illuminated by star-shaped lights. People are entering and taking their seats for an event, with screens displaying welcome messages.

A grand library hall with ornate woodwork, high shelves of books, and a vaulted ceiling illuminated by star-shaped lights. People are entering and taking their seats for an event, with screens displaying welcome messages.

Two packed days representing @typo3.com in #Brussels

➑️ Popular #DigitalSovereignty talk at #Drupal4GovEU at the #EuropeanCommission

➑️ #EUOpenSourceAward ceremony in the Solvay Library (Wow, what a place!)

➑️ A feature-packed day at the #EUOpenSourcePolicySummit

#TYPO3 #OpenSource #FOSS

31.01.2026 09:22 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Looking forward to this! You can also see me present about #DigitalSovereignty at #Drupal4Gov and join me in cheering the winners at #EuropeanOpenSourceAwards.

28.01.2026 18:15 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
EU Open Source Policy Summit graphic showing TYPO3 as Bronze Sponsor, dated 30 January 2026 in Brussels, Belgium.

EU Open Source Policy Summit graphic showing TYPO3 as Bronze Sponsor, dated 30 January 2026 in Brussels, Belgium.

TYPO3 is joining EU Open Source Week 2026 in Brussels this week πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί

We are excited to be part of the conversation around open source, digital sovereignty, and sustainable public infrastructure in Europe!

28.01.2026 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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We're hiring!

The TYPO3 company is looking for an early-career sales professional to help grow our ecosystem. If you're passionate about open source, digital tech, and building strong B2B relationships, read the full job description and apply now.
✍️ buff.ly/HbNXA8s

#TYPO3 #typo3community

25.01.2026 06:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A man wearing glasses and a striped shirt sits in an airplane seat next to a window, smiling at the camera.

On my way to the first event of #2026, #CMSKickoff in #StPete #Florida. I’m eager to learn more from this crowd of #CMS users, practitioners, and vendors. Last year relly made a mark and helped me serve #TYPO3 better. #CMSKickoff26 @typo3.com

12.01.2026 11:08 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A form with six fields for nominating CMS platforms. Each field, such as Best Enterprise CMS and Best Free CMS, is filled with the entry TYPO3.

A form with six fields for nominating CMS platforms. Each field, such as Best Enterprise CMS and Best Free CMS, is filled with the entry TYPO3.

I submitted my nominations for the #CMSCritic Awards. Of course, I nominated my favorite #CMS, #TYPO3. 😁 🧑 Now it's your turn. Help get the numbers up. πŸ“ˆ @typo3.com cmscritic.com/nominate

06.01.2026 14:23 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A smiling man wearing glasses, a black-and-white patterned sweater, and an orange knit scarf with white TYPO3 logo shapes stands indoors in front of large windows.

A smiling man wearing glasses, a black-and-white patterned sweater, and an orange knit scarf with white TYPO3 logo shapes stands indoors in front of large windows.

#HappyNewYear to everyone I’ve met and worked with in 2025. It was a pleasure, and I'm looking forward to what 2026 will bring.

31.12.2025 10:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

True magnanimity! Thank you to all #TYPO3Association members who chose to buy full-price tickets for #T3CON25 without using their rebate codes. You have a special place in my heart. ❀️ #TYPO3 @typo3.com

05.12.2025 13:17 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Poster announcing a speaker for T3CON25 DΓΌsseldorf, powered by ERGO. Features a photo of Mathias Bolt Lesniak with event dates, 25–27 November 2025, and logos of sponsors at the bottom.

Poster announcing a speaker for T3CON25 DΓΌsseldorf, powered by ERGO. Features a photo of Mathias Bolt Lesniak with event dates, 25–27 November 2025, and logos of sponsors at the bottom.

Don't miss me at the @typo3.com booth at #T3CON25 this week. I'm also hosting the #mittwald PowerPoint Karaoke, Tuesday 17:30, and talk #DigitalSovereignty by Design with @horncologne.bsky.social, Thursday at 14:00. More at t3con.typo3.com

24.11.2025 08:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A person with glasses and a scarf takes a selfie in front of a gate display showing a flight to DΓΌsseldorf with departure time 19:35.

A person with glasses and a scarf takes a selfie in front of a gate display showing a flight to DΓΌsseldorf with departure time 19:35.

Ready for #T3CON25 β€” DΓΌsseldorf, here I come! #TYPO3

23.11.2025 18:14 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A group of twelve people, including men and women in business and traditional attire, stand together and smile for a photo in front of a large screen displaying Welcome to Rwanda at a conference event.

A group of twelve people, including men and women in business and traditional attire, stand together and smile for a photo in front of a large screen displaying Welcome to Rwanda at a conference event.

Two men in suits stand in front of a large screen displaying a website for the Federal Republic of Somalia, featuring a coastal city view. The foreground shows a wall with multiple sponsor logos.

Two men in suits stand in front of a large screen displaying a website for the Federal Republic of Somalia, featuring a coastal city view. The foreground shows a wall with multiple sponsor logos.

Two men in suits stand and speak with microphones in front of a large screen displaying website designs on digital devices at a conference. Other people sit at round tables, and sponsor logos are visible on the stage.

Two men in suits stand and speak with microphones in front of a large screen displaying website designs on digital devices at a conference. Other people sit at round tables, and sponsor logos are visible on the stage.

A woman speaks into a microphone in a conference room, with a man standing near a screen displaying Welcome to Rwanda and daylight visible through sheer curtains in the background.

A woman speaks into a microphone in a conference room, with a man standing near a screen displaying Welcome to Rwanda and daylight visible through sheer curtains in the background.

β€œThe best talk at #TAS2025!” Great feedback on #TYPO3 and #GovStack’s session. The reason: Our practical approach to government website standardization.

Discussion on practical topics with #Benin #Ghana #Guinea #IvoryCoast #Mali #Rwanda #Zimbabwe.

#OpenSource #FOSS #DPI #DPG @typo3.com

14.11.2025 15:15 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A large audience sits facing a brightly lit stage with a blue screen displaying multilingual welcome messages at a technology conference. The atmosphere is vibrant, with green and blue lighting.

A large audience sits facing a brightly lit stage with a blue screen displaying multilingual welcome messages at a technology conference. The atmosphere is vibrant, with green and blue lighting.

A large β€œ#TAS2025” sign stands by an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, framed by palm trees and two wooden cabanas under a clear blue sky.

A large β€œ#TAS2025” sign stands by an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, framed by palm trees and two wooden cabanas under a clear blue sky.

Two men in business attire smile for a selfie in front of a sponsor board at an event, featuring logos from various companies and organizations, including TYPO3.

Two men in business attire smile for a selfie in front of a sponsor board at an event, featuring logos from various companies and organizations, including TYPO3.

The crowd is better than ever! #TransformAfricaSummit is happening in #Conakry πŸ‡¬πŸ‡³ and @typo3.com is a sponsor. Daniel Homorodean and I host a session with #GovStack, Friday 10:30 (KΓ΄rΓ΄ room): Websites for Government: Effective Standardization & Governance

#TAS2025 #DPI #DPG #OpenSource #TYPO3

13.11.2025 10:19 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A sponsorship board displaying over 35 organization logos, grouped by levels: Lead, Strategic, Content, Platinum, Gold, and Silver Sponsorships, with TYPO3 featured among the silver sponsors.

A sponsorship board displaying over 35 organization logos, grouped by levels: Lead, Strategic, Content, Platinum, Gold, and Silver Sponsorships, with TYPO3 featured among the silver sponsors.

Promotional graphic for β€œTransform Africa Summit 2025” showing photos of Daniel Homorodean and Mathias Bolt Lesniak, with event details, TYPO3 and summit logos, and orange and blue shapes in the shape of Africa.

Promotional graphic for β€œTransform Africa Summit 2025” showing photos of Daniel Homorodean and Mathias Bolt Lesniak, with event details, TYPO3 and summit logos, and orange and blue shapes in the shape of Africa.

Spot @typo3.com! We’re joining well-known brands on the sponsor list for the #TransformAfricaSummit in #ConakryπŸ‡¬πŸ‡³.

Don’t miss our workshop on β€œWebsites for Government” Friday at 10:30 (KΓ΄rΓ΄ room).

Let’s have a chat β€” I’ll be around from Wednesday morning. #TAS #FOSS #OpenSource #DPG #DPI #TYPO3

10.11.2025 09:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Meet TYPO3 at the Transform Africa Summit in Conakry, Nov 12–14.
Daniel Homorodean and Mathias Bolt Lesniak join the GovStack team to present β€œDesigning the Digital Face of Government.”

Open-source innovation for sustainable digital governance 🌍

#TYPO3 #GovStack #DigitalGovernment #OpenSource

05.11.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A speaker stands on stage at a conference with a large screen displaying "DPI IN PRACTICE: IMPLEMENTING TOMORROW'S DIGITAL SOCIETY TODAY" to an audience.

A speaker stands on stage at a conference with a large screen displaying "DPI IN PRACTICE: IMPLEMENTING TOMORROW'S DIGITAL SOCIETY TODAY" to an audience.

Bar graph showing responses to "How long does the typical DPI project take...?" 44% said 2-4 years, 31% said 4+ years, and 25% said less than 2 years.

Bar graph showing responses to "How long does the typical DPI project take...?" 44% said 2-4 years, 31% said 4+ years, and 25% said less than 2 years.

Yesterday was a great, but sobering kickoff for the Global #DPI Summit in #CapeTown πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦. Most digital public infrastructure projects take 2–4 or 4+ years! 🀯Happy to note that #TYPO3’s projects do it in 6 months. 😁 #DPG @typo3.com

05.11.2025 07:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A man wearing glasses looks out an airplane window during flight, with a view of the wing and a landscape of desert and blue sky outside.

A man wearing glasses looks out an airplane window during flight, with a view of the wing and a landscape of desert and blue sky outside.

On my way to the Global #DPISummit in #CapeTown πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ to talk about the benefits of government website standardization, #OpenSource, #FOSS, and #TYPO3. @typo3.com #DPI #DPG

03.11.2025 11:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I’m really looking forward to this! πŸ˜ƒ

31.10.2025 14:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A person wearing glasses smiles while holding up two copies of the Government Website Standardization Handbook. The covers feature a textured red and black design with orange lines.

A person wearing glasses smiles while holding up two copies of the Government Website Standardization Handbook. The covers feature a textured red and black design with orange lines.

A stack of bilingual handbooks titled Government Website Standardization Handbook and Manuel de normalisation des sites Web gouvernementaux, featuring English and French text on public digital infrastructure.

A stack of bilingual handbooks titled Government Website Standardization Handbook and Manuel de normalisation des sites Web gouvernementaux, featuring English and French text on public digital infrastructure.

#TYPO3's Government Website Standardization Handbook! Based on hands-on experience, filled with practical advice.

Pick it up at Global DPI Summit πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦, Transform Africa Summit πŸ‡¬πŸ‡³, or #T3CON25 πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ β€” or download it …

#English: typo3.com/standard-han...
#French: typo3.com/fr/manuel-no...

@typo3.com

31.10.2025 13:44 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A person takes a selfie in front of a large screen displaying "DrupalCon Vienna 2025, 14-17 October" at a conference venue.

A person takes a selfie in front of a large screen displaying "DrupalCon Vienna 2025, 14-17 October" at a conference venue.

Waiting for the #driesnote to start at #DrupalCon #Vienna. Another #TYPO3 visit to the #Drupal community to increase #OpenSource collaboration. #MeetTYPO3 @drupalassociation.bsky.social @typo3.com

14.10.2025 11:37 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This is a fantastic opportunity illustrating the strength of #OpenSource collaboration. Also present with @typo3.com will be: @drupalassociation.bsky.social + @joomla.org + @fair.pm and experts Hans de Raad + @tobie.bsky.social

08.10.2025 18:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A speaker presents a slide titled "Why should you care about who owns the marketing data?" to an audience in a conference room.

A speaker presents a slide titled "Why should you care about who owns the marketing data?" to an audience in a conference room.

You _should_ care about who owns your #marketing data. Thrilled to see Ruth Cheesley presenting at #TYPO3 Camp #London. Use #OpenSource marketing automation with your #CMS! @typo3.com @mautic.org #FOSS #T3CL25

07.10.2025 13:17 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Audience seated facing a presenter speaking at TYPO3 Camp London with a projected slide on screen.

Audience seated facing a presenter speaking at TYPO3 Camp London with a projected slide on screen.

#TYPO3 Camp London kicking off! #t3cl25 @typo3.com

07.10.2025 08:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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TYPO3 Meets SEAL: A Breath of Fresh Air for Search When I submitted the Q3/2025 budget request, one of the most exciting parts of the proposal was the integration of the Search Engine Abstraction Layer (SEAL) into TYPO3. My intention was to address…

Fresh thinking for #TYPO3 search πŸš€
Tim LochmΓΌller introduces three new extensions: Index, SEAL, and SEAL Search AI. Together they decouple indexing from search and open the door to AI-driven, semantic solutions. A big step forward!

Read more at

26.09.2025 08:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Contribute to Step‑by‑Step Guides β€” a New Way to Learn TYPO3 Hands‑On Step‑by‑Step Guides are hands-on tutorials focused on completing a single, practical task from start to finish. Here’s what they are, how they differ from traditional documentation, and why they can b...

Write #StepByStep Guides for #TYPO3 β€” easy #onboarding, #learning, and #teaching. Contribute today and make new employees productive quickly!

πŸͺ Hands-on
🧭 Clear path
❗ Minimal explanation
πŸ‘οΈ Visible progress
⏳ Small time commitment

@typo3.com #documentation #junior typo3.org/article/cont...

25.09.2025 06:51 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Level-up your TYPO3 skills, whether you’re a beginner or pro!

The v13 TYPO3 training video courses, created by @wwagner.net are ideal for anyone looking to make the most out of their TYPO3 instance. Check out our new landing page to find out more!

Get the trainings: buff.ly/siWtKfV

22.08.2025 08:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Submit your TYPO3 Project for the TYPO3 Award 2025! πŸ†

This award recognizes outstanding projects built with TYPO3. Take the opportunity to showcase your work to an international audience.

πŸ‘‰ buff.ly/ivnZSbi

#TYPO3 #TYPO3Award #T3CON25

20.08.2025 09:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Passenger ferries and several boats are docked on a calm waterfront with trees and a blue sky in the background.

Passenger ferries and several boats are docked on a calm waterfront with trees and a blue sky in the background.

βœ… #T3DD25
βœ… Train
βœ… Tram/Subway
βœ… Plane
βœ… Plane
βœ… Train
β˜‘οΈ Ferry
β˜‘οΈ Bus
β˜‘οΈ Home

10.08.2025 17:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Two people wearing glasses hold up a laptop displaying the words "Developer Days Quiz Night" on a colorful screen.

Two people wearing glasses hold up a laptop displaying the words "Developer Days Quiz Night" on a colorful screen.

#T3DD25 Quiz Night. Don’t miss out. 20:00 in the Big Room.

08.08.2025 08:34 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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