Ruby Rogues Inside the RubyGems Controversy: Transparency, Trust, and the Future of Ruby Central - RUBY 679
Nov 1, 2025
50:58
In this solo episode of Ruby Rogues, I’m unpacking one of the biggest stories in the Ruby world right now: the tension between Ruby Central and core RubyGems contributors. I share what I’ve learned from talking to people across the community and why this issue is more complex than it looks on social media. From the origins of Bundler and Ruby Together to the recent creation of gem.coop, I trace how we got here—and why both sides have valid points but also made serious missteps.
I also open up about what this means for the Ruby ecosystem going forward, why transparency and trust matter more than ever, and how we as a community can respond productively. Toward the end, I lighten things up with some picks, including a clever deduction card game and a heartfelt call for more understanding in our world—both in code and beyond.
🔗 Links & Resources
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I also open up about what this means for the Ruby ecosystem going forward, why transparency and trust matter more than ever, and how we as a community can respond productively. Toward the end, I lighten things up with some picks, including a clever deduction card game and a heartfelt call for more understanding in our world—both in code and beyond.
🔗 Links & Resources
- Ruby Central
- gem.coop – the new RubyGems mirror/community alternative
- Top End Devs – get involved or create your own dev content
- Email Chuck: chuck@topendevs.com if you’re interested in co-hosting or authoring a series
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.