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Ruby Rogues

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Sep 25, 2024 • 1h 10min

Building Better Ruby Apps: Glimmer's Component Slots and More - RUBY 653

Today, Valentino dives deep into the world of Ruby development with our special guest, Andy Maleh. They explore innovative advancements in Glimmer DSL for LibUI and Glimmer DSL for Web. Andy talks about his after-hours efforts to improve productivity and maintainability in front-end development, his critiques of current JavaScript frameworks like React, and his preference for utilizing Ruby's simplicity.Valentino shares his intriguing project, building a robotic arm, and discusses teleoperation technology and practical applications. As they wrap up, we touch on full-stack development benefits, easing the learning curve, and future personal projects. Get ready for insights into integrating Glimmer DSL with Rails, optimizing development workflows, and learning about Andy's past and future contributions to the Ruby community. Stay tuned for an inspiring episode packed with practical advice and visionary ideas!SocialsLinkedIn: Andy MalehBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Sep 23, 2024 • 46min

The Sounds of Silence: Lessons From an API Outage with Paul Zaich - RUBY 652

Paul Zaich from Checkr tells us about a critical outage that occurred, what caused it and how they tracked down and fixed the issue. The conversation ranges through troubleshooting complex systems, building team culture, blameless post-mortems, and monitoring the right things to make sure your applications don't fail or alert you when they do.LinksPaul's TwitterPaul's LinkedInPicksBlood Pressure Monitor - Daveeft - LukeRuby one-liners cookbook - PaulPodcast Growth Summit - ChuckMost Valuable Dev - ChuckMost Valuable Dev Summit - ChuckMushroom Wars - ChuckGmelius - ChuckBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Sep 11, 2024 • 56min

The Hidden Gems of Ruby - RUBY 651

Valentino Stoll takes us on a tour of the "gems" of features built into the core Ruby language. We explore tips and tricks for using irb that can also improve your Rails console.LinksDependency on mimemagic 0.3.x no longer valid Add this `.irbrc` file and your Rails console will show a colorized banner with the environment | TwitterGitHub | pry/pryRuby JardTree-sitterGitHub | ruby/rubyGitHub | ruby/relineGitHub | tree-sitter/tree-sitterGitHub | bcicen/ctopcodenamevTwitter: Valentino Stoll ( @thecodenamev )GitHub: Valentino Stoll ( codenamev )PicksCharles- SodaStream Aqua Fizz Sparkling Water Maker BundleCharles- Soda Stream Flavor SyrupsCharles- TeachableCharles- ThriveCartJohn- Char-Broil: 6-Burner Cart Style Gas Grill, Stainless/BlackLuke- Dependency on mimemagic 0.3.x no longer valid Valentino- GitHub | reenhanced/gitreflowValentino- BitbarValentino- TwilioValentino- Twilio Powered Minecraft Server on AWSBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Sep 4, 2024 • 1h 18min

Cloud Migration, Server Costs, and CDN Challenges - RUBY 650

In this episode, Chuck, Ayush, and Valentino join Olly Headey as he shares his expansive career journey, from co-founding FreeAgent to navigating the intricate world of cloud migration and technology adoption. They dive deeply into the various challenges and decisions involved in choosing frameworks like React, tackling server costs with CDN solutions, and simplifying complex tech stacks. Olly also discusses his experiences with boot camps, emphasizing the importance of foundational knowledge over trendy frameworks.They touch on the significance of dependencies in tech projects, the evolving landscape of Ruby usage beyond Rails, and the practicalities of AWS CloudFront integrations. Olly offers his unique insights into balancing established and new technologies, emphasizing a pragmatic approach to tech evolution.Join them as they explore the nuances of engineering management, the real-world implications of tech choices, and the strategies for maintaining simplicity in a fast-evolving tech landscape. Let’s get started!SocialsLinkedIn: Olly HeadeyPicksCharles - Challengers! | Board GameCharles - The Book on Mental ToughnessOlly - Friendly.rb - Your friendy European Ruby conferenceValentino - PodcastBuddy Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Aug 28, 2024 • 52min

Developing your development - RUBY 649

Mason McLead from software.com shows us the editor-integrated suite of tools that help you become a better developer. We find out what music makes you code better (and worse), how data reveals the habits of the world's top coders and why Saturday is code day.LinksSoftware Top 40Software.comLinkedIn- Mason McleadPicksCharles- Fanatical ProspectingCharles- Who Not HowCharles- Monday.comCharles- ZapierDave- J-B Weld Luke- RubyistMason- Materialize Mason- Darn Tough VermontBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Aug 14, 2024 • 1h 14min

Innovations in Ruby Concurrency: Tips and Tools - RUBY 648

In this episode, they dive deep into the world of Ruby concurrency and explore the nuances of optimizing performance in web applications. Join our Chuck and Valentino together with special guest JP Camara as they share insights on the tools and techniques that can transform your Ruby projects.JP kicks things off with a discussion on their new Wave 3 microphone purchase, which has dramatically improved their audio quality for podcasts and meetings. They also share their experiences at the Boston Ruby meetup, where they connected with prominent figures like Jason Sweat and Kevin Newton.Our special guest, JP Camara, a principal engineer at Wealthbox, brings his extensive knowledge of Ruby concurrency to the table. With over a decade of Ruby development experience, JP has been contributing to the Ruby community through his in-depth blog series and work on the GBL instrumentation API. He'll be shedding light on concepts like job queues, the colorless programming approach in Ruby, and the benefits of tools like Sidekiq and SolidQ for managing background jobs.Chuck and Valentino also join the conversation, emphasizing the importance of concurrency and parallelism in modern applications. They discuss practical examples, challenges, and best practices for efficient resource management and the impact of serverless computing. Plus, discover some fascinating board game recommendations and insights into using microcontrollers for concurrency tasks.Whether you're a seasoned Ruby developer or just getting started, this episode is packed with actionable advice and technical wisdom. Don't miss out on this essential discussion that could take your Ruby skills to the next level!LinksRuby methods are colorlessSocialsLinkedIn: JP Camara Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Aug 7, 2024 • 1h 22min

Achieving High Performance: SQLite, Postgres, and Scalable Ruby Apps - RUBY 647

In today's episode, they dive deep into the world of databases and scaling with the Rogues with Ayush, Chuck, and special guest Muhammad Hassan. They discuss Muhammad's innovative solution involving Postgres and local database copies, the complexities of scaling, and the cost-effectiveness of powerful servers.They unravel the magic of SQLite, especially for web applications, with a closer look at configuring for simultaneous reads and writes, handling locking errors, and optimizing database calls. Our conversation peeks into the potential of serving high traffic with minimal infrastructure and how Litestack can streamline Ruby on Rails development.Additionally, they explore the potential of AI in development, with exciting prospects like GPT 4, and hear about interesting recommendations—from board games to music. Don't miss out on the insights from our special guest, Mohammed, as he shares his expertise in concurrency and embedded databases.Tune in for an episode packed with practical advice, cutting-edge solutions, and a glimpse into the future of application development and deployment. Join them as they challenge traditional mindsets and optimize for modern performance.LinksGitHub: LitestackSocialsTwitter: @oldmoeGitHub: oldmoePicksAyush - Hover Car RacerAyush - Solstice - HomeCharles - Take 5 | Board GameBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Jul 24, 2024 • 55min

Unlocking the Power of Functional Programming and Elm with Richard Feldman - RUBY 646

Richard Feldman - author of Elm in Action - joins the Rogues to discuss the advantages of Functional Programming and using Elm. Elm is a programming language that is a functional programming language built for the front-end that compiles to JavaScript. Due to its set of enforced assumptions, it leads to clean code and powerful programming constructs.LinksVue.jsGitHub- NoRedInk/elm-railsELM HomepageDiscourse ELMELM SlackBuilt with ElmPicksJohn- GitHub: spree/spreeJohn- GitHub: solidusio/solidusJohn- Merlin Series (The Lost Years by T.A.)Luke- PQINA | Designs and Builds Performant, Responsive, and Highly Polished Web ComponentsRichard- TV series: Battlestar GalacticaRichard- Frontend MastersRichard- Barbell medicine Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 3min

Navigating SQL Data Changes: Tools and Techniques for Data Recovery - RUBY 645

In today's episode, Valentino is joined by Evgeny Li, a seasoned software developer and founder of Bemi, to delve into the complex world of data recovery and auditing within SQL databases. They explore advanced solutions like paper trail and refi for querying historical changes, point-in-time recovery features offered by cloud-managed databases, and the use of AI to humanize data structures and enhance monitoring.They highlight the critical role of Change Data Capture (CDC) in tracking and troubleshooting data changes, with real-world applications across logistics, healthcare, and more. They also discuss the pros and cons of different CDC implementations—query-based, trigger-based, and log-based approaches.Valentino and Evgeny shed light on the challenges of managing large data volumes, emphasizing proactive design and the importance of strong data management systems. They touch upon essential tools like GitHub Copilot, OpenTelemetry, and various auditing gems, offering valuable insights into maintaining data integrity and performance.Tune in as we navigate the intricacies of data management, the impact of AI, and best practices to ensure reliable and efficient database operations.SocialsLinkedIn: Evgeny LiGitHub: @exAspArkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 1h 9min

What is a Top 5% Developer? - RUBY 644

The Rogues dive into who are top 5% developers, what they're doing and how to recognize them. They start out discussing how mid-level developers can move up and how developers can grow in more ways that technical skills.LinksDevchat.tv | Dev RevPicksCharles- The 360 Leader: Developing your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization by John C. MaxwellCharles- The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph CampbellCharles- Building a StoryBrand: Clarify Your Message So Customers Will Listen by Donald MillerDave- Ruby on Rails LinkDave- Track LightsJohn- Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It  by Chris VossJohn- How to write an effective developer resume: Advice from a hiring managerJohn- Yoichi Single Malt WhiskyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ruby-rogues--6102073/support.

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