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Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17 and suddenly your Block Grid or Block List items show as Draft, especially in non-default cultures?
This post explains why it happens and how to fix it before upgrading using a simple SQL update.
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/fix-dr...
This post explains why it happens and how to fix it before upgrading using a simple SQL update.
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/fix-dr...
Fix Draft Block Grid/List Items After Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17 (Vary by Culture Element Types) - johanreitsma.com
If you upgrade from Umbraco 13 to Umbraco 17 and suddenly see Block List / Block Grid items marked as Draft (and non-default languages show empty content), you’re very likely hitting a configuration…
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January 23, 2026 at 2:43 PM
Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17 and suddenly your Block Grid or Block List items show as Draft, especially in non-default cultures?
This post explains why it happens and how to fix it before upgrading using a simple SQL update.
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/fix-dr...
This post explains why it happens and how to fix it before upgrading using a simple SQL update.
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/fix-dr...
Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17 is more than a version bump.
I wrote down my practical, phased approach, focusing on database validation, search, and back-office stability.
🔗 www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/upgrad...
#Umbraco #dotnet #CMS #Upgrade
I wrote down my practical, phased approach, focusing on database validation, search, and back-office stability.
🔗 www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/upgrad...
#Umbraco #dotnet #CMS #Upgrade
Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17: My Practical Approach - johanreitsma.com
Upgrading from Umbraco 13 (LTS) to Umbraco 17 (LTS) is not a simple version bump. It is a upgrade that affects your framework, dependencies, search layer, and often a significant amount of custom…
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January 10, 2026 at 3:59 PM
Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17 is more than a version bump.
I wrote down my practical, phased approach, focusing on database validation, search, and back-office stability.
🔗 www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/upgrad...
#Umbraco #dotnet #CMS #Upgrade
I wrote down my practical, phased approach, focusing on database validation, search, and back-office stability.
🔗 www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/upgrad...
#Umbraco #dotnet #CMS #Upgrade
New blog post: Exploring GitMCP with Umbraco Repositories 🧵
GitMCP can convert any GitHub repo into an MCP server. No cloning. No indexing. Just connect your AI tool. Read more here 👉 www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/explor...
#Umbraco #dotnet #AI #GitMCP #DevTips
GitMCP can convert any GitHub repo into an MCP server. No cloning. No indexing. Just connect your AI tool. Read more here 👉 www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/explor...
#Umbraco #dotnet #AI #GitMCP #DevTips
Exploring GitMCP with Umbraco Repositories - johanreitsma.com
Today I came across an interesting article on Medium.com, a platform I’ve been following for years because it often points me toward new techniques and ideas. The article was called "10-minute GitMCP…
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October 13, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Ran into missing `umbracoExternalLogin` data after migrating to Umbraco 13?
It might be because your local `appsettings.json` has empty external login settings.
I wrote a short post about the cause and fix
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/missin...
It might be because your local `appsettings.json` has empty external login settings.
I wrote a short post about the cause and fix
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/missin...
Missing umbracoExternalLogin Data After Migration in Umbraco 13 - johanreitsma.com
While migrating from Nested Content to Block List in Umbraco 13, I ran into an unexpected issue with the umbracoExternalLogin table.Everything in the migration went smoothly until I noticed that the…
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October 10, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Ran into missing `umbracoExternalLogin` data after migrating to Umbraco 13?
It might be because your local `appsettings.json` has empty external login settings.
I wrote a short post about the cause and fix
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/missin...
It might be because your local `appsettings.json` has empty external login settings.
I wrote a short post about the cause and fix
www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/missin...
Accessibility is something to keep in mind when building websites.
To make this easier, I built a Chrome extension with most of the code generated by Cursor AI. It highlights images, shows the alt text on the page, and gives you a quick overview. : www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/buildi...
To make this easier, I built a Chrome extension with most of the code generated by Cursor AI. It highlights images, shows the alt text on the page, and gives you a quick overview. : www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/buildi...
Building a Chrome Extension with Cursor AI: The Alt Attribute Inspector - johanreitsma.com
Accessibility is something I try to keep in mind whenever I build websites. One of the basics is the alt attribute on images. Screen readers depend on it, but checking if it’s actually filled in is…
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September 29, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Accessibility is something to keep in mind when building websites.
To make this easier, I built a Chrome extension with most of the code generated by Cursor AI. It highlights images, shows the alt text on the page, and gives you a quick overview. : www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/buildi...
To make this easier, I built a Chrome extension with most of the code generated by Cursor AI. It highlights images, shows the alt text on the page, and gives you a quick overview. : www.johanreitsma.com/blogs/buildi...
I just published a new blog on my site! Explore how to streamline package development with the Umbraco 15+ extension tool. It's all about making things easier and faster for developers. Read it here:
Umbraco 15+ Extension Tool: Streamlining Package Development - johanreitsma.com
Creating packages in Umbraco has always been an essential part of extending its functionality, but it could sometimes be a tedious process filled with repetitive setup steps. With the introduction of…
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April 18, 2025 at 6:58 PM
I just published a new blog on my site! Explore how to streamline package development with the Umbraco 15+ extension tool. It's all about making things easier and faster for developers. Read it here:
Cleaning up old Git branches doesn’t have to be a hassle. I shared a quick PowerShell tip that helps you tidy up your local repo in no time. Perfect for devs who want to keep things clean.
Check it out 👉
Check it out 👉
QuickTip: Clean Up Old Git Branches with PowerShell - johanreitsma.com
Ever find yourself drowning in a sea of local Git branches that no longer exist remotely? I’ve been there, especially when hopping between features, hotfixes, and experiments. Manually cleaning them…
johanreitsma.com
March 26, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Cleaning up old Git branches doesn’t have to be a hassle. I shared a quick PowerShell tip that helps you tidy up your local repo in no time. Perfect for devs who want to keep things clean.
Check it out 👉
Check it out 👉
Working with Azure Key Vault in Umbraco? You might not want to load secrets locally, especially when they aren’t needed in development. In my latest blog, I share a simple approach to exclude specific keys for debugging purposes when running Umbraco locally.
Quick Tip: Managing Azure Key Vault Secrets in Umbraco: Exclude Keys for Local Development - johanreitsma.com
When working with Umbraco in a cloud environment, it's common to use Azure Key Vault for managing secrets securely. However, during local development, you might want to bypass specific keys to use…
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March 13, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Working with Azure Key Vault in Umbraco? You might not want to load secrets locally, especially when they aren’t needed in development. In my latest blog, I share a simple approach to exclude specific keys for debugging purposes when running Umbraco locally.