Ivan Nemytchenko, a freelancer and conference organizer, shares his insights on making Ruby on Rails development more intuitive. He emphasizes the power of visual representations in teaching object-oriented programming concepts, simplifying complex topics like dependency injection. The discussion also covers effective project management using enhanced visual tools, the challenges of managing Rails applications, and the balance between code complexity and maintainability. Additionally, Ivan shares personal picks, including cloud hosting tips and home improvement hacks.

Kyle d'Oliveira from Clio, a legal practice management software company, dives into the complexities of managing massive Rails projects. He shares survival tips for handling thousands of code commits and database migrations, crucial for reducing technical debt. The discussion highlights innovative strategies for onboarding developers, the importance of coding standards, and how to maintain a robust codebase amidst scalability challenges. Kyle also emphasizes leveraging tools like GitHub's Online Schema Migrations to keep systems efficient and secure.

In this episode, Charles and Valentino dive into the complexities of software design decisions with the esteemed guest, Uncle Bob Martin. They explore the pivotal question: How do you evaluate frameworks and dependencies in your projects? Uncle Bob shares his seasoned perspective on choosing frameworks based on an application's long-term goals and complexity, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful decision-making over defaulting to popular solutions. Together, they delve into the nuances of evaluating framework capabilities, testing with small demo applications, and considering AI's potential in refining design decisions.You'll hear gripping anecdotes from Uncle Bob's vast experience, including his work on a browser for a social network and valuable lessons from his commitment to frameworks like Swing. Valentino adds real-world insights from his encounters with framework-induced slowdowns in complex financial applications. We also touch on historical programming practices, the importance of thoughtful abstractions, and the critical role of experienced team members in guiding projects.Stay tuned for fascinating discussions on managing dependencies, simplifying core problems, and balancing framework used to ensure flexibility and maintain development speed. Plus, don't miss the exciting announcements, including Uncle Bob's upcoming books and special discount offers from Charles Max Wood. Join them as they unravel the intricacies of software design decisions and share tools and strategies for modern developers!SocialsLinkedIn: Robert Martin Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.

Dmitry Tsepelev, a back-end developer from Evil Martians, dives into the world of GraphQL and its integration with Ruby on Rails. He discusses the advantages of GraphQL over traditional REST APIs, especially its efficiency in data handling. Dmitry explores the challenges of real-time updates and complexities in server integration. He also shares insights on GraphQL performance optimizations, including strategies for tackling the N plus one problem. Plus, get a peek into his favorite tech tools and personal preferences in development.

In this episode of Ruby Rogues, we talk with Ufuk about how Shopify made the transition to using Sorbet and about the benefits they felt they received from implementing it. Ufuk also reveals a little bit about how Shopify transitioned to fully remote and about how that will be the default moving forward.Picks  Luke - https://github.com/asdf-vm/asdfJohn - Walmart Grocery PickupDave - https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Thin+ClientsDave - Apple ARM MacMini Ufuk - TCP/IP Illustrated, Vol. 1: The Protocols (Addison-Wesley Professional Computing Series)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.

Chelsea Troy, a software engineer dedicated to planet-saving projects and a lecturer at the University of Chicago, shares her insights on sharpening debugging skills. She discusses systematic problem-solving strategies, including the binary search technique, to tackle complex bugs. Troy emphasizes the importance of emotional resilience in debugging and the significance of error management systems. The conversation also touches on the value of community support for developers and practical tools that enhance productivity.

This week, our host Charles Max Wood sits down with co-host Valentino Stoll to dive deep into the cutting-edge tools and strategies in AI development and integration. Valentino shares his go-to resources, including Langchain and Rails plug-ins like RAIX and Ray, to enhance applications with AI. They discuss the nuances of agent-based systems, Justin Bowen’s frameworks, and AI engines from industry leaders like Alex Rudolph and Toby Lukett.Charles and Valentino also explore the significant impact of AI tools such as Copilot, ChatGPT, and more focused GPT models in streamlining coding tasks, automating tests, and refactoring code. They offer insights on leveraging AI for business operations, the importance of modularity, and the ongoing need for human expertise to guide AI's outputs.Listeners will hear about the latest in AI-driven projects, including Valentino’s own endeavors in fine-tuning machine learning models for Ruby, and Charles’s plans for an AI development boot camp. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on how AI is reshaping software development, enhancing productivity, and creating new opportunities in the tech world.SponsorsMailtrapSocialsLinkedIn: Charles WoodLinkedIn: Valentino StollBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.

In today's episode, they dive deep into the fascinating intersections of system security, rapid development, and the human factors that influence them, with our esteemed guest Emil Kampp. Emil, a seasoned expert in critical infrastructure and fintech, shares his experiences and strategies for using Ruby on Rails to achieve unparalleled speed and robust testing in development.They explore the nuances of dynamic typing versus static programming, why Ruby on Rails is often the go-to for swift feature deployment, and the significance of stability in critical systems. Emil also sheds light on the complexities of ensuring robust voting processes and the challenges of maintaining security in banking systems. Additionally, we'll touch upon the importance of documentation, compliance, and visual tools in system design.Join our hosts Charles, Ayush ,and Valentino as they navigate through Emil's diverse projects, from online voting to aerospace applications, and discuss how tools, testing practices, and redundancy can shape the future of secure and efficient development. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this episode promises valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions. Stay tuned! SponsorsMailtrapSocialsLinkedIn: Emil KamppBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.

Today, they delve deep into the world of application deployment with our special guest, Josef Stribny, a freelance software engineer and author of "Deployment from Scratch" and "Kamal Handbook". Joined by the insightful panelists, Valentino and Ayush, they explore the intricacies of deploying applications using Kamal, a minimalistic deployment tool inspired by Ruby on Rails creator David Heinemeier Hansson.In this episode, Josef shares his expertise on Kamal’s deployment process, Docker registries, managing database backups, and the use of accessories like Sidekick for background processing. They discuss the differences between Kamal and tools like Capistrano and Kubernetes, highlighting Kamal's unique approach to simplifying deployment. Along the way, the panelists dive into related discussions, from personal tech recommendations to favorite TV shows and movies, making for a rich and engaging conversation.Tune in as they uncover the secrets to efficient deployment, the advantages and trade-offs of using Docker, and the cutting-edge features of Kamal, ensuring you are equipped with the knowledge to optimize your development workflow. SocialsGitHub: Josef StribnyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.

In this episode of Ruby Rogues, guest Jonathan Reinink joins the Rogues to talk about what Inertia.js is and why Rails developers would want to use it.Linkshttps://inertiajs.comhttps://reinink.ca/articles/introducing-inertia-jshttps://reinink.ca/articles/getting-started-with-inertia-jshttps://remoteruby.transistor.fm/66https://www.fullstackradio.com/episodes/127PicksLuke - The Kubernetes BookJohn - https://github.com/brunofacca/active-record-query-traceJohn - https://github.com/nesquena/query_reviewerJohn - How to Prune Tomatoes for Maximum Yield and Plant HealthJonathan - https://tailwindcss.com/Jonathan  - https://eloquent-course.reinink.ca/Jonathan  - NanoBeamBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.