--- title: "Shaping the Future: b13 in 2026" url: "https://b13.com/knowledge/shaping-the-future-b13-in-2026" description: In 2026, b13 focuses on TYPO3 v14, community work and exchange. We help build the new backend, mentor junior devs, and grow products around TYPO3. image: "https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/9/4/csm_2026_Sharing_0d49c63aa9.png" date: 2025-12-30 modified: 2026-08-19 lastUpdated: 2026-08-19 --- # Shaping the Future: b13 in 2026 [ TYPO3 v14 ](https://b13.com/knowledge/typo3-v14) Shaping the Future: b13 in 2026 ================================= ![](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/b/8/csm_florian_ddfab4eb90.jpg)Florian “Flix” Keitgen 11 January 2026 [ RSS Feed ](https://b13.com/rss.xml) ![Stylized text displaying the year "2026" with a colorful design, set against a light blue background featuring repeated numbers.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/1/d/csm_Headerbild_2026_c86f7399f8.webp) We are looking forward to 2026 with great anticipation. TYPO3 v14 is just around the corner, and we are active in many community formats. We are also consciously investing time in contributions, exchanges and nurturing young talent. We are convinced that b13 will flourish if TYPO3 remains a robust and sustainable system. The what: TYPO3 v14 LTS, and we are right in the middle of it --------------------------------------------------------------- The significant milestone in 2026 is the release of TYPO3 v14 LTS on 21 April. For us at b13, this means that some of our colleagues are working on features that will be evident in everyday work. At b13, we are heavily **involved in developing the new, modern backend**. This is a key area for many of our editors and customers, as it underpins their daily work. We are also delivering new features while doing TYPO3 housekeeping, i.e., tidying up, stabilising, and improving structures. We have also designed and developed **the first default theme for v14,** providing a solution for using TYPO3 immediately after installation. We will report on some of these developments separately here over the next few months. The who: The community needs fresh ideas ------------------------------------------ New talent doesn’t just appear out of thin air. A system like TYPO3 urgently needs young people to contribute their ideas and skills to the community. That’s why **the surf camp on Fuerteventura** in 2026 is not a holiday for us and is certainly not a business venture for b13. **It’s community work**. Benni and Jochen will be there as mentors, guiding junior developers across Europe working on a specific TYPO3 project. The goal is to familiarise them with TYPO3 and help them become part of the TYPO3 community. This is so important to us that we are granting Benni and Jochen time off for it—a clear commitment to TYPO3’s future. [ More about surf camp ](https://surfcamp.typo3.com/) The where: We are travelling in 2026, where exchange really happens --------------------------------------------------------------------- For us, events are not an end in themselves. Interesting things rarely happen on stage; they often happen afterwards, when people start discussing solutions and ideas. In 2026, we will be attending a variety of events focusing on **TYPO3**, **content management**, **open source**, **user experience** (UX) and **product development**. On the TYPO3 side, these are: - [a Code Sprint in Rosenheim](https://news.typo3.com/event/20260202-typo3-v14-code-sprint) - the Developer Days in Karlsruhe - various TYPO3 camps in Germany and abroad - the[ University Days in Erfurt](https://news.typo3.com/event/20260915-typo3-university-days-2026) In addition, there is CloudFest Hackathon and [CloudFest](https://www.cloudfest.com/) in Rust. And we deliberately look beyond TYPO3 – also as speakers: - [at Web Camp Venlo](https://www.webcampvenlo.nl/) - the [Open Source CMS Conference in Utrecht](https://www.boye-co.com/conferences/opensourcecms26) - at [CMS Camp Palma](https://mallorca.cmscamp.eu/) - at [WeAreDevelopers in San Jose](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/world-congress-north-america) - [Boye CMS Kickoff in Florida](https://www.boye-co.com/conferences/cmskickoff26), the[ Boye CMS Summit in Frankfurt](https://www.boye-co.com/conferences/cmssummit26) and the [Boye CMS Connect](https://www.boye-co.com/conferences/cmsconnect26) in Montreal - as well as at many other events If you see us at an event in 2026, please come and talk to us! We relish the opportunity to engage in conversation, discuss questions and share experiences. We firmly believe that knowledge gained from projects and the community is important, particularly when shared openly. The reason: Because we believe in TYPO3 and want the system to improve ------------------------------------------------------------------------ You could file all this away under ‘community programme’. For us, however, it’s the other way around: we do this because we believe in TYPO3. We have worked with TYPO3 for years and recognise its strengths. We also know that an open-source project can only remain strong if enough people are willing to take responsibility. This applies to the code, communication and knowledge transfer. **That’s why we invest time. We contribute because we want TYPO3 to improve, not just for our own projects, but for everyone who uses it.** We look beyond the horizon because a CMS does not exist in isolation, and being able to compare it with other systems helps us to make the right decisions. We also give presentations at TYPO3 events because systems are not just made up of code. They improve when people understand them better, including concepts, patterns, upgrade paths, typical errors and how to ensure they remain competitive in the future. In addition: Products and what comes after the LTS release ------------------------------------------------------------ In addition to community and core topics, b13 launched the products topic in 2025. This is not just because products look good on a slide, but because they solve specific problems that we have encountered repeatedly in projects and in everyday TYPO3 use. If you are interested, take a look at our products. This is the fastest way to understand our approach and the features we consider useful. With v14 LTS, a new foundation is being created that can be built upon. **After the LTS release, we are therefore planning further useful TYPO3 extensions that complement v14** neatly without distorting the system: pragmatic, maintainable and as close to the core idea as possible. [ Our products ](https://b13.com/products) Next: Let’s make the most of 2026, together --------------------------------------------- If you see us in 2026, come and talk to us! We can help with v14 questions, backend issues, upgrade plans, relaunch ideas and UX problems. Or you can simply say, ‘We want to improve our setup, but we’re not sure how to go about it yet.’ That’s a good start! We’re here to help with everything else. ### Written by: ![Bild von Florian Keitgen](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/b/8/csm_florian_fc8286b2b4.webp) Head of Product Development Florian (aka Flix) drives projects and products forward – precisely, reliably and always with a dash of dry humour. Florian “Flix” Keitgen Head of Product Development [ more from Florian “Flix” Keitgen ](https://b13.com/team/florian-keitgen) Related Articles ------------------ - ![A rocket labeled "V14" launches into the sky, surrounded by a group of people celebrating with raised arms.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/3/d/csm_v14_Celebration_Headerbild_3d4170fdc5.webp) ### Happy Release Day TYPO3 v14: Why This Release Shows the True Strength of Open Source 21 April 2026 | Florian “Flix” Keitgen TYPO3 v14 improves workflows for editors, marketing teams, and developers—and shows how community-driven open source creates real impact. [ Read more: Happy Release Day TYPO3 v14: Why This Release Shows the True Strength of Open Source ](https://b13.com/knowledge/happy-release-day-typo3-v14-why-this-release-shows-the-true-strength-of-open-source) - ![Hands holding puzzle pieces with QR codes surround a large QR code under a magnifying glass, suggesting a collaborative activity.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/3/b/csm_QRcodeManagement2_Headerbild_85c3ff55b5.webp) ### QR Codes in TYPO3 v14: Built-in Link Management That Just Works for Editors 17 April 2026 | David Steeb TYPO3 v14 adds QR code generation to Link Management. Create codes before URLs are final, track scans via redirect stats, update targets anytime, and avoid third-party tools. Ideal… [ Read more: QR Codes in TYPO3 v14: Built-in Link Management That Just Works for Editors ](https://b13.com/qr-codes-in-typo3-v14-built-in-link-management-that-just-works-for-editors) - ![Two wizards in purple robes with long white beards, facing each other against a starry background.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/2/a/csm_PageWizard_Headerbild_54137c8b34.webp) ### Creating Pages the Right Way—With the New TYPO3 V14 Page Creation Wizard 16 April 2026 | Florian “Flix” Keitgen The new TYPO3 v14 Page Creation Wizard improves page creation with guided steps, required field validation, and a more consistent workflow. [ Read more: Creating Pages the Right Way—With the New TYPO3 V14 Page Creation Wizard ](https://b13.com/knowledge/creating-pages-the-right-way-with-the-new-typo3-v14-page-creation-wizard) - ![Hands holding a pencil and a circular token with characters, working on a digital interface displaying text and images.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/7/e/csm_VisualEditor_Headerbild_33d4a1f19b.webp) ### Visual Editing in TYPO3: When Content Management Happens in Context 16 March 2026 | Florian “Flix” Keitgen Discover the Visual Editor by anders und sehr that enables true in-context content editing. Learn how Camino, the new frontend theme, and improved editorial workflows transform… [ Read more: Visual Editing in TYPO3: When Content Management Happens in Context ](https://b13.com/knowledge/visual-editing-in-typo3-when-content-management-happens-in-context) - ![Multiple hands hold QR codes while one hand uses a magnifying glass to examine a larger QR code in the center.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/1/csm_QRcodeManagement_Headerbild_5d9ec54194.webp) ### Why we built QR codes into TYPO3: Bringing print campaigns under CMS control 12 February 2026 | Jochen Roth QR codes generated outside your CMS break when pages move. TYPO3 v14.1 brings QR code management into the backend. Create, track, and retarget from one place. [ Read more: Why we built QR codes into TYPO3: Bringing print campaigns under CMS control ](https://b13.com/knowledge/qr-codes-in-typo3-bringing-print-campaigns-under-cms-control) - ![A human hand shakes a robotic hand against a purple background with heart patterns, symbolizing collaboration between humans and technology.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/6/2/csm_AIbotsLoveMarkdown_Headerbild_72fe5820d6.webp) ### The Internet Is No Longer Just for Humans—AI Bots Love Markdown 28 January 2026 | Benni Mack Discover why most web traffic is now automated and how TYPO3’s structured content model prepares websites for humans, editors, and AI systems. [ Read more: The Internet Is No Longer Just for Humans—AI Bots Love Markdown ](https://b13.com/knowledge/the-internet-is-no-longer-just-for-humans-ai-bots-love-markdown) - ![Several colorful web page mockups stacked together, showcasing different layouts and design elements against a purple background.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/e/3/csm_CaminoTheme_Headerbild_d082598009.webp) ### Camino—The Need for a Default Theme in TYPO3 Is Real 27 January 2026 | Benni Mack With TYPO3 v14, Camino introduces a default theme that removes friction from first installs. Why this matters—and how TYPO3 laid the groundwork. [ Read more: Camino—The Need for a Default Theme in TYPO3 Is Real ](https://b13.com/core-insights/blog/camino-the-need-for-a-default-theme-in-typo3-is-real) - ![User interface design featuring a dark sidebar with navigation options and a central content area with placeholder text.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/6/6/csm_V14BackendUX_Headerbild_6dcecb335f.webp) ### Designing TYPO3 14’s Backend: Our Vision for a Modern, Expandable Foundation 12 January 2026 | Laura Heine b13 is redesigning TYPO3’s backend for version 14 to feel modern, work faster, maintain user context, and create an expandable foundation that can evolve for years to come. [ Read more: Designing TYPO3 14’s Backend: Our Vision for a Modern, Expandable Foundation ](https://b13.com/knowledge/designing-typo3-14s-backend-our-vision-for-a-modern-expandable-foundation) - ![Two interlocking gears with a power plug connecting them, accompanied by a tag labeled "v14." Background features faint gear patterns.](https://b13.com/fileadmin/_processed_/0/c/csm_TYPO3v14_Headerbild_3aa3fbc907.webp) ### TYPO3 v14: It’s Just the Beginning 05 December 2025 | Benni Mack See highlights from Benni Mack’s T3CON Keynote: TYPO3 v14 offers a modernized feel and improvements in themes, upgrades, and API. [ Read more: TYPO3 v14: It’s Just the Beginning ](https://b13.com/knowledge/typo3-v14-its-just-the-beginning)