Remote Ruby Gems, Jokes, and JavaScript
May 16, 2025
Andrew and Chris tackle the quirks of SMTP configuration and share their experiences with various email delivery tools like Postmark and Mailtrap. They dive into development automation, visual debugging tools, and even touch on whimsical projects like an insult generator. Glean insights on user management in Rails and explore funny anecdotes about coding annoyances and the humorous dream of retreating to farming. Plus, don’t miss their take on current Stripe announcements and some TV show recommendations!
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Email Delivery Challenges Shared
- Chris Oliver and Andrew Mason share experiences with email delivery services like Postmark and Mailtrap amidst SMTP blocking on DigitalOcean.
- Mailtrap especially shines in staging environments for QA teams to test production-like email workflows efficiently.
Hotwire Powers Fast Feature Dev
- Andrew Mason shipped an inbox feature at Podia using Hotwire, crediting a Hotwire course for speeding development.
- They leveraged hotwire techniques like frame pulling and live updating feeds for efficient feature delivery in less than a month.
Use Hotwire Dev Tools Extension
- Use the Hotwire Dev Tools browser extension to visually debug streams, frames, and Stimulus controllers effectively.
- Leveraging visual browser tools reduces manual debugging effort and improves development productivity.