Remote Ruby DHH on Rails World 2024 and what's coming in Rails 8.1
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Oct 14, 2024 
David Heinemeier Hansson, the mastermind behind Ruby on Rails, joins the conversation to share insights from the Rails World Toronto conference. He discusses the growing Rails community and the importance of independence from venture capital. DHH highlights exciting new features in Rails 8 and 8.1, including Kamal for deployment and Action Notifier for notifications. He also emphasizes accessibility enhancements and the balance between standardization and creativity in web design. Dive into his vision for the future of Rails!
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Venue Impact
- DHH recounts Amanda's attention to detail at Rails World, like the large rail sign.
- He initially questioned the cost but realized the impact of the venue's ambiance.
Balancing Affordability and Quality
- DHH explains how the Rails Foundation subsidizes Rails World to keep ticket costs affordable.
- He emphasizes the importance of a cool venue while balancing budget constraints.
Rejecting VC Funding
- DHH explains why Rails won't take VC funding, emphasizing his aversion to the pressure of a growth-at-all-costs model.
- He prefers a sustainable path without the risk of compromising the framework's values for investor returns.