Remote Ruby RailsConf 2025 Recap
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Jul 25, 2025 Reflecting on the memorable moments from RailsConf 2025, the hosts share their excitement about the keynotes, especially those by Aaron Patterson and Aji Slater. They discuss the evolution of Rails over the last 20 years, highlighting the community's vibrant atmosphere. Technical updates like the FerrumPdf gem and Hotwire Dev Tools are explored, along with insights on managing gem upgrades. The humor and challenges of Hack Day are not missed, making for a lively recap brimming with nostalgia and innovation.
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Keynote Highlights and Reflections
- Audrey Slater's keynote looking back at 20 years of RailsConf was phenomenal and full of effort.
- Aaron Patterson's talk humorously reflected on coding for fun, reminding us why we code.
Upgrade to FerrumPdf's Renderer
- Use the new FerrumPdf gem's renderer integration for smoother PDF and screenshot rendering in Rails.
- It handles sending data and MIME types automatically, simplifying implementation for developers.
Use Absolute URLs in Feeds
- Avoid using relative paths for images or posts in RSS or JSON feeds.
- Always use absolute URLs to ensure proper rendering in readers and feeds.