Ruby on Rails vs Node.js vs Go
“Which backend should I use?” is one of the most-argued questions in software — and most answers pick a single metric (usually raw speed) and declare a winner. That’s the wrong lens....
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Upgrading Rails 5 & 6 to Rails 8
Staying on an old Rails version feels safe, but it quietly piles up risk: missing security patches, a shrinking pool of developers who want to work on it, and features you simply...
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Managing Secrets With SOPS
Secrets management is a problem in every stack, not just Rails. SOPS (Secrets OPerationS) is a framework-agnostic tool that encrypts just the values in a YAML/JSON/ENV file, supports multiple keys and cloud...
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Deploying Rails With Kamal 2.0
Platforms like Heroku are convenient, but they get expensive fast — and you give up control. Kamal, the deploy tool that now ships with Rails, lets you deploy a containerised app to...
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Reactive Rails With Hotwire
You don’t always need a single-page app to build a snappy, modern UI. Hotwire — the default front-end stack that ships with Rails — lets you build reactive interfaces by sending HTML...
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Solid Queue With Rails
In a world where applications need to handle thousands of tasks efficiently, job queues are the unsung heroes. They help process background tasks, ensuring your application stays responsive while heavy lifting happens...
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Effortless Ruby ETL
Have you ever wondered how raw data gets transformed into something meaningful and useful? Whether you’re migrating a database, cleaning up messy data, or synchronizing information between systems, you’ve likely been doing...
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Fancy Emails With MJML
In today’s fast-paced digital world, email marketing has become a vital part of business communication. Whether it’s a promotional campaign, a newsletter, or a product update, having an attractive and responsive email...
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XML Import With XSLT
XSLT is a powerful tool for transforming XML data into a desired format. It can be especially useful in Rails applications when you need to:
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Efficient Data Fetching with React Query
React Query is a powerful library for managing server-state in React applications. It simplifies data fetching, caching, and synchronization, making your app faster and easier to maintain. In this blog, we’ll explore...
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CSV Import With Kiba
CSV (Comma-Separated Values) files are widely used for data exchange, and importing them efficiently in Ruby on Rails can be streamlined with the kiba gem. Kiba is a powerful tool for building...
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React Context vs Redux vs Zustand
Choosing the right state management tool in React depends on the complexity of your app and your specific needs. In this post, we’ll compare React Context, Redux, and Zustand using code examples...
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Getting Started With Jekyll
Jekyll is a static site generator that makes building simple websites fast and easy. Whether you’re creating a blog, portfolio, or project site, Jekyll provides a flexible and efficient solution. Here’s why...
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