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Remote Ruby

Ruby 3.4.0, Rails Getting Started Guide, Playwright and TailwindCSS v4

Dec 21, 2024
Discover the latest features in Ruby 3.4.0, like the new modular garbage collector and YJIT improvements. Hear about the creators' humorous struggles with flaky tests as they transition from Selenium to the speedy and reliable Playwright. Excitement brews over enhancements in Tailwind CSS v4, stirring up ideas for their upcoming projects. Plus, they dive into practical Ruby concepts with insightful anecdotes, all while simplifying Rails app deployment and improving the beginner-friendly Getting Started Guide.
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Quick takeaways

  • Ruby 3.4.0 introduces a modular garbage collector and improved string literal behavior aimed at enhancing developer efficiency.
  • Switching from Selenium to Playwright significantly boosts system test reliability and performance, demonstrating a modernization in Ruby testing practices.

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Parenting Challenges During the Holidays

The podcast discusses the difficulties of parenting, especially during the holiday season when children are on break. One participant highlights their struggle with a clingy child and the challenges of bedtime routines, emphasizing the increase in chaos during holidays. The conversation indicates how parents juggle work responsibilities while managing the heightened energy levels of their kids at home. This shared experience underscores the exhaustion many parents feel as they balance personal and professional commitments over the festive period.

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