Ruby Rogues

Ayush Newatia is a Freelance Web Developer. They delve into the world of modern app development, Chuck and Ayush take us on a journey through the intricacies of utilizing Turbo Native and Hotwire in Rails applications. They share their insights on using native elements as the backbone of apps while incorporating web content, simplifying app development, and bridging the gap between web and native...

Dive into an insightful conversation with Fabio Akita, a prominent figure in the tech industry with a successful YouTube channel dedicated to programming techniques and a thriving software development company in Brazil. Join us as we explore Fabio's journey in content creation, his experiences in the tech industry, and his valuable insights on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of programming....

Stephen Margheim is the Head of Engineering at Test IO. They explore the world of web development with a focus on the use of SQLite, a powerful and often underestimated database tool. They dive deep into the capabilities and potential of SQLite for web applications. The episode covers a range of topics, from the evolving feasibility and challenges of handling concurrent web requests to the misconc...

Nathan Bellow is a Ruby software developer at Illuxi. They explore the premium benefits of membership, including exclusive access to Ruby Rogues without ads and personalized assistance with job hunts and deployment issues. They share their experiences in the Ruby community, from learning the language to securing professional opportunities. Join them as they discuss the value of personal connection...

Mike McQuaid is the CTO and cofounder at Workbrew. They dive into the world of Homebrew, an open-source package manager for macOS and Linux. They explore the history and development of Homebrew, from its origins in the Ruby community to its evolution into a widely-used tool for installing and managing software. The conversation delves into the intricacies of building and maintaining packages, the...

Samuel Williams is a Ruby Core Committer and the creator of Async & Falcon. They delve deep into the technical intricacies of Falcon, a cutting-edge application container that leverages the Async gem for event-driven concurrency. Additionally, they discuss the challenges and triumphs of deploying Ruby applications with Falcon and share insights into the evolution of async programming in Ruby....

Charles and Valentino delve into a wide array of topics, from time management struggles to the intricacies of building SaaS frameworks within Rails apps. They also explore the idea of apprenticeship programs for coding, discussing the potential benefits for mentors and apprentices alike. The episode is filled with insights on open-source projects, AI model integration, and the Ruby Dev Summit. Spo...

Charles Wood catches up with Jason Swett to discuss the intriguing future of Ruby and his unwavering commitment to the language. The conversation delves into Jason's projects, including his upcoming CI product, and his motivation for continuing to work with Ruby. They also touch on the Sin City Ruby conference, the direction of Jason's career, and his unique approach to building relationships in t...

Charles Wood delves into the latest advancements in the realm of technology and software development. In this episode, he brings you an in-depth exploration of the evolving landscape of Ruby programming, featuring insights from the esteemed Andy Maleh. Join them as they uncover Andy's in-depth discussion on Ruby's expanding potential, particularly in the domains of desktop development, gaming, and...

Charles Wood has the privilege of hearing from Soutaro Matsumoto, a prominent figure in the Ruby community. Soutaro offers an in-depth exploration of RBS, a crucial aspect of Ruby development, and discusses the future of the language. He delves into the complexities of type signatures in Ruby, the potential benefits of type systems, and provides valuable insights into the ongoing developments in t...

Charles Wood sits down with Jeremy Evans, the author of several well-known Ruby gems, including the SQL gem and the ROTA web framework. Jeremy shares his insights on the future of Ruby, including stability, performance improvements, and potential advancements. He also discusses his work in eliminating unnecessary allocations, upcoming changes in the Ruby community, and his book, "Polished Ruby Pro...

In this episode, Charles Wood engages in an insightful conversation with Alex Rudall about the evolving role of AI within the Ruby community. They dissect the implications of AI advancements on the future of Ruby, addressing the declining usage of the language and its potential staying power. Through this discussion, they aim to uncover the opportunities and obstacles that await developers in the...

Charles Wood delves into the intricacies of the Ruby programming language, exploring the recent and upcoming advancements. He provides insightful discussions on performance upgrades such as the just-in-time compiler (JIT), the Prism parser, the async library, and Ruby types. He also gets a sneak peek of the upcoming 5-day Ruby challenge with OpenAI. Join them as they uncover the significant develo...

In today's episode, Charles Wood delves into the expertise of Samuel Williams, a prominent Ruby developer hailing from New Zealand. Charles Wood dissects his extensive experience with Ruby, the challenges he encountered while grappling with scalability, and the inception of his pivotal projects, Async and Falcon. Join them as they unravel the complexities of concurrency, actor-based models, and th...

 In today's episode, Charles Wood delves into the future of Ruby, with a keen focus on performance enhancements, parser modifications, and syntax updates. Our guest, Federico Iachetti, shares valuable insights into the potential integration of a JIT compiler and parser with his editor, shedding light on the technical advancements poised to shape the future of Ruby. Join them as they navigate the i...

Charles Wood explores the resurgence of Ruby and Ruby on Rails in the web development community. Our featured speaker, Stephen Margheim, delves into the technical aspects that have contributed to the renewed interest in Ruby, including its simplicity, intuitive nature, and pragmatic approach. They discuss the practical applications of Ruby in web development, the emergence of new companies adoptin...

In this episode, Charles Wood presents a thought-provoking interview with Kinsey Durham Grace. The conversation centers around the future of Ruby and the crucial need for the inclusivity of parents and caregivers within the Ruby community. Furthermore, Charles explores Kinsey's endeavors within the Ruby Central board, including efforts to support in-person Ruby meetups and secure funding from corp...

In this episode, Charles Wood delves into the exciting world of Ruby on Rails with Amanda Perino, director of the Ruby on Rails Foundation. Charles and Amanda discuss the future of Ruby, the renewed energy and positivity in the Ruby and Rails community, the latest developments and frameworks in Rails, and the significance of events and community outreach in the technology space. With a focus on do...

 Charles Wood takes an in-depth look at the future of Ruby's community, examining the recent revival of energy at conferences and the resurgence of local events. Chuck discusses the impactful contributions to the Ruby and Rails communities, as well as the initiatives of organizations like Ruby on Rails Foundation and Ruby Central. Tune in for insights from Ruby experts and compelling discussions o...

In this episode, Charles Wood has the pleasure of interviewing Stefanni Brasil, a senior developer at Cloudbot and co-founder of Hexdevs. Stefanni shares insights on the future of Ruby, the evolving Ruby community, the energy surrounding Ruby, and the contributions she brings to the Ruby community. She also discussed the training resources available and the excitement surrounding the return of Rub...

In this episode, Charles Wood delves into the world of Ruby on Rails with our esteemed guest, Jason Charnes. The discussion centers on the resurgence of interest in Rails, its adaptability across diverse industries, and the notable developments within the Rails ecosystem. From examining the future of Ruby and Rails to the significant impact of community engagement, our speakers provide comprehensi...

While Greg Molnar discusses a range of topics related to the future of Ruby and Rails, he primarily focuses on the critical importance of security in web application development. His insights into the Spectre scanner and its role in identifying vulnerabilities in Rails code shed light on the necessity for robust security measures in the Ruby and Rails ecosystem. Additionally, Greg's observations a...

In this episode, Charles Wood delves into the evolving landscape of Ruby development with an esteemed guest, Elise Shaffer, the host of the Ruby on Rails podcast. Elise offers valuable insights into the future of Ruby, emphasizing the growing energy and enthusiasm within the community. They explore the latest developments in the Rails and Ruby ecosystem, including new features and tools, and discu...

In this episode, Charles Wood has the privilege of speaking with Valentino Stoll, a seasoned developer at Doximity, as they explore the nuanced differences between Falcon and Puma ideologies. The conversation delves into Shopify's optimization for forking with Ruby, the introduction of the "with" feature in Ruby, and the potential competition with Python in the data science space. They also discus...

Charles Wood delves into the future of Ruby's media landscape and learning opportunities within the Ruby community. He shares insights and experiences from the evolution of Ruby-related content, including podcasts, video series, and learning resources. He explores the rich history of Ruby Media and gets a glimpse of what's to come, including new podcast series and learning opportunities aimed at t...