Remote Ruby Turning The Big 30-Oh
Apr 4, 2025
The hosts celebrate six years of podcasting, sharing personal anecdotes and memorable moments. They discuss the evolution of the show and advancements in Ruby on Rails. A lighthearted ad highlights JavaScript's shift towards modern frameworks. Strategies for mastering debugging challenges in Rails are explored, as well as innovative pricing models for digital products. The conversation also touches on Ruby's async capabilities and the ongoing contributions to its ecosystem, revealing the dynamic landscape developers navigate.
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Chris's Rails Podcast Journey
- Chris Oliver was once just a Rails learner amazed by podcasts from smart creators.
- He never thought he'd reach their level until he started podcasting himself and committing long term.
Rails Frontend Evolution
- The biggest Rails change since 2018 is the evolution of JavaScript handling.
- Moving from jQuery to Webpack to import maps and Hotwire transformed frontend development in Rails.
Stay Current with Rails Ecosystem
- Stay updated on Rails by following blogs, Reddit, Discord, and release notes.
- Filter information through trusted summaries for efficient learning without deep-diving every commit.