Jason Charnes

Andy Croll, a vibrant figure in the Ruby community, and Jason Charnes, known for his contributions to Rails, share hilarious moments from Rails World 2025 in Amsterdam. They dive into key topics like Turbo offline, Hotwire Native 1.3, and the intriguing 'run CI on your machine' concept. The duo also discusses fun anecdotes from the embassy experience, favorite talks, and plans for a lively museum party. With plenty of humor and insights, this conversation showcases the vibrant culture of the Ruby community.

Jason Charnes, an esteemed guest, discusses the resurgence of interest in Ruby on Rails, its adaptability across diverse industries, and notable developments within the Rails ecosystem. They explore the future of Ruby, Rails, and the tension with React. The significance of using a simple stack like Rails to enjoy programming without distractions is highlighted. The renewed curiosity about Rails in startup culture and its adoption by larger companies like Shopify and Netflix are discussed. The transition from Rails 2 to Rails 3 and the influence of Rails on other frameworks are also explored.

Guest Jason Charnes and host discuss the popularity of the host's newsletter, sending personalized letters, bug handling, front-end development, and adventures in Las Vegas. They also talk about the upcoming Sin City Ruby conference and networking opportunities.