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Solid Cable with Nick Pezza
In this episode of Remote Ruby, Andrew and Chris catch up on their week, discussing challenges with Stripe integration and the absence of Jason. The highlight of the episode is their guest, Nick Pezza, who talks about creating Solid Cable, a database-backed adapter for Action Cable, and how it simplifies infrastructure for Rails developers. The conversation dives into technical details, use cases, and the journey of Solid Cable becoming a default gem in Rails, with insights into its design, performance, and future development. Hit download now to hear more! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
RubyGems & Ruby Central with Marty Haught
In this episode, Jason and Chris welcome back Marty Haught, a long-time leader in the Ruby community, to discuss his history and continued involvement with Ruby Central. Marty shares his journey from joining the Ruby Central board in 2012 to his recent role as interim open source lead. The conversation dives into the origins of RubyGems, the evolution of RailsConf and RubyConf, and the challenges of managing these vital aspects of the Ruby ecosystem. Marty also talks about his plans for sustaining RubyGems' future and the infamous "Marty dinner" tradition at conferences. Hit download now to hear more! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Seth Tucker on Amber Framework and AI
In this episode of Remote Ruby, Chris, Jason, and guest Seth Tucker dive deep into discussions about tech, programming, and AI developments. They explore topics like managing complex software systems, the challenges and benefits of using AI to enhance productivity, and reflections on legacy systems. Seth also shares insights on the open-source Amber Framework, his work on AI projects, an app he created called llamero, and some thoughts on the evolution of programming. You’ll also hear some personal stories that include woodworking, old tools, and even Costco hotdogs. Hit download now to hear more!Seth Tucker on GitHubLlameroHoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Live at Rails World aka Undercover Duck
In this episode of Remote Ruby, Jason, Chris, and Andrew discuss their experiences at Rails World 2024 in Toronto. They share humorous anecdotes about their travels, encounters, and keynote speeches, including topics like renting a smoke-filled car, meeting their boss at Niagara Falls, and attending the Sting concert. They delve into technical discussions about deploying Rails applications, the importance of Dev containers, Kamal, and the latest updates on Rails 8.1. The conversation includes lighter moments such as playing duck calls, high chip prices, and navigating Toronto traffic. Hit download now to hear more!HoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
DHH on Rails World 2024 and what's coming in Rails 8.1
In this episode, Chris and Andrew welcome David Heinemeier Hansson (DHH) todiscuss the release of Rails 8, starting with a recap of the Rails World Toronto conference. DHH shares insights on the growing Rails community, the challenges of planning large-scale conferences, and Rails’ philosophy of staying independent from venture capital. They dive into developer ergonomics in Rails 8, new deployment and notification tools like Kamal, Action Notifier, House (MD), and Propshaft, and upcoming features like ActiveRecord Search. The episode also covers accessibility improvements, Rails' approach to frontend frameworks, and DHH’s long-term vision for the platform. Hit download now to hear more! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Rails World and SellRepo
In this episode, Jason, Chris, and Andrew discuss their upcoming plans for the Rails World conference, sharing stories about travel arrangements, hotels, and Andrew's first time flying first class. The conversation delves into the technical side, with updates on Rails 8.1, Ruby’s new release schedule, and challenges related to Docker on Apple Silicon. Chris introduces his latest project, SellRepo, which allows users to sell digital products through GitHub. The episode also covers frustrations with JavaScript package management, GitHub CI caching, and API integration issues. They wrap up the episode with a humorous conversation about nostalgic sodas like Surge and fast-food soda machines. Hit download now to hear more! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Jeremy and Jess from IndieRails
In this crossover episode, Jason and Chris are joined by Jeremy and Jess from the Indie Rails podcast to discuss Ruby programming, indie development, and the challenges of building and maintaining software as solo developers. They dive deep into the origins of Indie Rails, share their individual career journeys, and explore Jeremy's project, Liminal, which aims to replace traditional forums and Slack with a more modern solution. The group reflects on the frustrations with current platforms, their experiences with indie development, and the importance of marketing alongside coding. They also compare Rails and Laravel, talk about the "one-person framework" concept, and the challenges in maintaining open-source libraries. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the value of transparency in product development and the need for community support. They wrap up with thoughts on the importance of events like Rails Hackathons and the continued evolution of Rails for solo developers. Hit download now to hear more! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Rocky Mountain Ruby 2024
In this episode, Jason, Chris, and Andrew are joined by the organizers of the RockyMountain Ruby Conference, including Bekki Freeman, Spike Ilacqua, and MartyHaught, discuss their experiences and the journey of building and sustaining the vibrant Ruby community in Colorado. They delve into the challenges and triumphs of organizing the Rocky Mountain Ruby conference, the importance of community meetups, and the inspiration behind their commitment to fostering connections among Ruby developers.They also share their personal motivations, the intricacies involved in conferenceplanning, and the vital role of Ruby Central in supporting regional conferences. Hitdownload now to hear more! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Andrew is Triggered by Jason Cs JSON B Columns
In today’s eventful episode of Remote Ruby, Jason, Chris, and Andrew dive into a range of tech topics, from the latest updates and issues with text editors, like Redactor, caching strategies, challenges of managing JSONB columns in databases, to debates on programming trends and outdated technology. They even share a few personal stories, including Jason’s prepper grandfather and his unique experiences as an officiant. There’s also some banter and jokes about sleep schedules, “Idiocracy,” and Bivy Bags. What’s a Bivy Bag? Hit download now to find out! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Mike Dalessio on HTML parsing & sanitization and SQLite
In this episode, hosts Chris and Andrew sit down with Mike Dalessio, a seasoned Ruby developer and contributor to numerous open-source projects. Mike shares his journey from his early days with Ruby, including his contributions to Shopify and pivotal projects like Nokogiri and Mechanize. The conversation also delves into the challenges and innovations in HTML sanitization in Rails, the evolution of SQLite gems, and the significance of managerial experience in enhancing software development skills. The episode wraps up with insights into the continuous improvements and collaborative efforts in the Ruby community. Hit download to hear more! Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Rails 7.2 – First Impressions
In this episode, Jason, Chris, and Andrew dive deep into Ruby on Rails 7.2 discussionsand share their experiences with the new RC1 rate limited feature. The conversationalso covers the challenges of upgrading dependencies, the shift from asdf to mise forfaster language management and explores ways to simplify development workflowswith dev containers. There’s also a big debate on various testing methodologies,comparing RSpec and minitest, and deliberate the merits and pitfalls of fixtures versusfactory libraries in maintaining robust codebases. Also, find out about Oaken, a hybridtool blending features of Fixtures, FactoryBot, and Fabricator. Hit download now!HoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Authentication Generator in Rails 8, 20th anniversary of Rails, and more!
You don’t want to miss this episode of Remote Ruby as Jason, Chris, and Andrew mark the 20th anniversary of Rails by diving into an engaging and eclectic discussion. They kick off with social media dynamics, particularly the rebranding of Twitter to ‘X’ and how to manage online exposure to certain names, before reminiscing about their first Rails projects and how the framework shaped their programming journeys. The episode also delves into the new Rails authentication scaffolding, comparing it to Devise and discussing potential security issues and maintainability, as well as new features in Rails like Solid Queue and Solid Cache, aimed at improving background job handling. The conversation is both a celebration of Rails' legacy and a look ahead to its future innovations. Press download now to hear more!HoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
There is no A in JSON
In this episode of Remote Ruby, Jason and Chris dive into the complexities of modernweb development, focusing on the challenges and frustrations with rich text editors,front-end tools, and the intricate balance between server-side and client-side rendering.Through their experiences, they highlight the evolving landscape of frameworks likeRails, React, and Turbo, and express the ongoing need for better abstractions andconceptual compression in JavaScript. They also touch on the struggles specific tomanaging OAuth tokens, implementing reusable UI components, and the desire tosimplify development processes while maintaining productivity for small teams. Hitdownload now to hear more!HoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
RubyConf with Kinsey Durham Grace and Jim Remsik
In this episode of Remote Ruby, Jason, Chris, and Andrew reunite after six months to dive into the details of the upcoming RubyConf 2024 with program chairs Kinsey Durham Grace and Jim Remsik. The discussion covers various aspects of the conference, such as the emphasis on more technical talks, the introduction of several keynotes including Matz and Kent Beck, and the revival of the Madison Ruby conference.Additionally, the episode highlights the Scholar and Guide Program, which aims to help newcomers at the conference. They also delve into the history of past Ruby and Rails conferences. Both Kinsey and Jim share their journeys and experiences within the Ruby community, outlining their vision for this year’s RubyConf in Chicago.Kinsey Durham Grace WebsiteKinsey Durham Grace X/TwitterJim Remsik LinkedInJim Remsik Blog-FlagrantJim Remsik X/TwitterRubyConf Chicago-Nov 13-15, 2024Madison Ruby, Madison, WI-Aug 1-2, 2024Ruby CentralScholars and Guides ProgramThree Dots and a Dash-ChicagoHoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Jason Charnes X/Twitter Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter
Desks, Deployments, and Databases
In this episode of Remote Ruby, Jason and Chris catch up with a discussion on setting up a home office with new furniture, organizing hardware with a 3D printer, and dealing with nostalgia for old video games.Then they delve into technical issues faced with the Postgres database on DigitalOcean, migrating to Crunchy Data, and adjusting web concurrency settings in Rails. They also share their experiences experimenting with Kamal for server deployment, the complexities of AWS configuration, and using DigitalOcean and Hetzner for app instances.The conversation shifts to performance and error monitoring with Honeybadger Insights, the challenges of using Docker, and the potential of Kamal in streamlining deployments. They also touch upon the convenience of Passenger for beginners, and the key differences between Passenger and Sidekiq in terms of usage and business model.The episode wraps up with a discussion on the importance of investing in a good office chair and mentions the Honeybadger integration for monitoring periodic jobs. Jason Charnes X/TwitterChris Oliver X/TwitterAndrew Mason X/TwitterKamal 1.7.1SaaS Custom DomainsDigitalOceanOrbStackCrunchy DataHetznerNew RelicSentryPassengerSidekiqHoneybadger InsightsHoneybadger Check-ins and Cron MonitoringHerman MillerHoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.