TYPO3 v13.0 - The Witness of a New Era

It's time to take a moment of celebration! Guess what? Finally, TYPO3 has announced the first sprint release of the TYPO3 v13 series. According to the announcement from TYPO3 GmbH, TYPO3 will progress toward the TYPO3 v13.0 long-term support release in October 2024.
In a previous article about the TYPO3 v13 roadmap announcement, we learned that TYPO3 is now supporting all TYPO3 sprint releases from v13.0 to v13.4 until the latest minor version is released.

In the previous version, TYPO3 12 LTS introduced significant changes such as background enhancements, removal of outdated functions, backend improvements, and enhancements to security features in TYPO3 v12.So, in this article, we will explore the most exciting updates, new features, and enhancements in TYPO3 v13.

So, without further wait, let's take a look at what's new in TYPO3 v13.0!

TYPO3 v13.0 LTS Release October 2024
In the recent Annonent from TYPO3 , TYPO3 v13.0 is going towards TYPO3 v13.0 Long term Support released in October 2024.

Typically, dot zero releases involve updating libraries and introducing new features and enhancements. These changes are planned to be incorporated into upcoming TYPO3 versions.

In the case of TYPO3 v12 LTS, we observed the removal of background and the establishment of new minimum system requirements for the subsequent TYPO3 v13 version.

60+ Exciting Key Features in TYPO3 v13.0
One of the notable involvements of TYPO3 v13.0 is the introduction of more than 60 major and minor features for administrators, editors, developers, and integrators.

Here are the Some Exciting Features :

Securing Configurable backend URL with TYPO3
Efficient and advantageous in fortifying the TYPO3 backend, this feature enables the customization of the default entry point, /typo3, by specifying a personalized URL path or domain name.

Support of Modern WebP Image in TYPO3
WebP basically refers to a contemporary image format, delivering advanced compression capabilities for both lossless and lossy image optimization on the web.

Backend UI with right to left (RTL)
Something noteworthy is that the primary goal of TYPO3 is to enhance the user interface, making it accessible to as many users as possible. This groundbreaking feature aims to support over 60 backend languages.

As TYPO3 gains global adoption, particularly for its website security and user-friendly interface, it has become a widely-used solution in various sectors, including organizations, public sectors, and many other areas of information technology in today's age.

Standalone Extension Manager
Addition of Search Bar in Form Module
locating a specific form can be challenging, especially when multiple forms are present in the backend. This difficulty extends to editors as well. To simplify this process, TYPO3 has introduced a search bar function, making it easier to find the desired form effortlessly.

6.Shortcuts Keys in TYPO3 Backend Modules
In TYPO3 Version 13, developers now have the capability to create custom keyboard shortcuts in the backend. For example Pressing Ctrl/cmd+K or to save Ctrl/Cmd+s to a currently opened document.

TYPO3 offers the @typo3/backend/hotkeys.js module, enabling developers to register personalized keyboard shortcuts within the TYPO3 backend.

Other Significant TYPO3 v13.0 Features -
The 'Edit Metadata' button facilitates the seamless viewing and editing of element information. This feature is designed to empower users by allowing the modification of associated metadata without the need to exit the current context.

Important Ground Breaking Changes in TYPO3 v13
TYPO3 initiated a filtered process, removing outdated components like deprecated PHP classes, functions, and CLI calls. This cleanup primarily focuses on developers and aims to enhance standard practices for dot-zero releases.

System Requirements of TYPO3 v13
As the version is enhanced with lots of new features and enhancements, it necessitates new system requirements. These steps contribute to the planned improvements for upcoming TYPO3 Sprint releases and enable current dependent packages to be in LTS.

PHP Version Requirement:
TYPO3 v13 now mandates PHP 8.2, which will receive security updates until December 2025. This version is a prerequisite for Symfony v7, a crucial component of TYPO3 v13, with support extended until November 2028.

DBAL Update:
Plans to update Doctrine DBAL in TYPO3 are underway. Doctrine DBAL v4 is in its first release candidate stage, with the final release expected soon.

Developers can find more information about breaking changes in the upgrade notes.

Influence on Compatible Database Platforms:
Support for TYPO3 v13.X extends to the following versions and onwards:
MySQL version 8.0.17 or higher
MariaDB version 10.4.3 or higher
PostgreSQL version 10.0 or higher
SQLite version 3.8.3 or higher

TYPO3 v13 Support Timeline - What’s Next?
Every TYPO3 Sprint release from TYPO3 v13.0 to v13.3 will be supported until the next minor version is released.
TYPO3 v13 LTS will receive bug fixes until April 30, 2026.
Security patches for TYPO3 v13 LTS will be provided until October 31, 2027.

Wrap Up !
As TYPO3 v13.0, the inaugural sprint release in the TYPO3 v13 feature series, graces the spotlight, it serves as a testament to the ongoing commitment to innovation, adaptability, and the introduction of exciting new creations.

If you are eager to learn more about TYPO3 v13.0 , here we covered in details featured article at What's New in TYPO3 v13.0? (Feature Release Series #1) - https://t3planet.com/blog/typo3-v13-0/

Unti Happy TYPO3 Reading !