Remote Ruby

In this episode of Remote Ruby, Andrew and Chris discuss a variety of topics, including their experiences with the podcast, the upcoming milestones for Remote Ruby and Go Rails, and their plans for future content. Chris dives into their recent work on the ‘Learn Hotwire’ course, explaining its extensive coverage of technologies like iOS, Kotlin, Swift, and Android. Additionally, they talk about team licenses for the course and early access availability. The discussion also touches upon CI workflows, the GitHub signoff process for local testing, and various technical challenges they encountered with tools like Yarn and asdf. The episode concludes with reflections on running linters in CI and the intricacies of standardizing coding practices across teams. Hit download now!Links:Yarn 1YarnYarn-GitHubasdfJudoscale-Remote Ruby listener giftgh-signoffLearn Hotwire  Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode, Andrew and Chris discuss Chris's new hardware upgrade to a Mac Studio, diving into its benefits for video processing and development work. They share stories about troubleshooting a perplexing bug related to WebSockets and Cable Ready, and discuss the conference proposal process, offering insights into writing effective CFPs based on their experiences with RailsConf and Rails World. Additionally, Andrew shares a game update about Cyberpunk and Chris shares the inspiring success story of the game ‘Balatro,’ highlighting the developer’s journey from side project to commercial triumph. Hit the download button now!HoneybadgerHoneybadger is an application health monitoring tool built by developers for developers.JudoscaleMake your deployments bulletproof with autoscaling that just works.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode, Chris and Andrew navigate scheduling mishaps, discuss the quirks of time zones, and dive deep into their transition from asdf to mise for managing development environments. They explore the benefits of mise tasks, automation, and encrypted environment variables. Chris shares the challenges of migrating Hatchbox without disrupting deployments, while Andrew tackles Stripe billing complexities, including webhook race conditions and subscription management issues. The episode wraps up with mentions of upcoming travels for conferences, personal coding projects, and some chat about playing Cyberpunk 2077. Hit the download button now!Panelists:Chris OliverAndrew MasonSponsor:HoneybadgerLinks:Chris Oliver XAndrew Mason Xmise-en-placemise watchasdf GitHubTropical on RailsSin City RubyCyberpunk 2077HoneybadgerHoneybadger 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. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode, Chris and Andrew start out talking about personal milestones and upcoming birthdays.  The conversation then moves to technical issues faced with PostgreSQL configurations on Hatchbox. They delve into the functionality and challenges of different tools such as Asdf and its alternatives like Mise, a tool for managing programming environments, and the evolving role of AI in coding environments. They also explore Warp’s new terminal features and Chris’s work on the ‘Learning Hotwire’ course. 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. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode of Remote Ruby, Chris and Andrew dive into a discussion that spans the worlds of gaming and software development. They kick off by sharing their experiences with Cyberpunk 2077, reflecting on how the game has improved since its initial release, then on to Balatro, a deck-building poker game that's influencing Andrew's real-world casino visits. The conversation then pivots to a deep dive into web development technologies, including the use of Vite, Hotwire, and the different approaches to using Turbo Frames and Streams. They highlight the challenges and nuances of modern web development, such as implementation of CSS classes and the difficulties of debugging. They also touch on the evolution of Ruby’s release and the ongoing efforts to improve the web development process. 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. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode, Chris and Andrew discuss their challenges and strategies around productivity, focusing particularly on sleep schedules and dealing with a sick dog. They delve into the practicalities of modern JavaScript tooling, specifically esbuild, and its configuration headaches. The conversation then shifts to the importance of reusable themes and color systems for web applications, emphasizing the use of Tailwind CSS variables and other design strategies. Also, they highlight the significance of balancing detailed documentation with practical application and the ongoing effort to keep tools like JBuilder up to date with modern standards. 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. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

You don’t want to miss this heartfelt episode as Jason, Chris, and Andrew discuss the impact of their podcast, the connections they’ve made, and the technical communities they are part of. They discuss their use of AI tools in coding, their favorite TV shows, and reflect on the changes in the Ruby community. They also share memories of past podcast episodes and the influential people they’ve interviewed. A significant part of the discussion centers on Jason's departure, marking this his last episode as a co-host. Chris and Andrew express their thoughts about Jason leaving, recount favorite moments, and they reflect on how the podcast has fostered deep friendships and professional growth over the years. Press download now to hear more! Sponsor:HoneybadgerLinks:Jason Charnes XChris Oliver XAndrew Mason XInvincibleSeveranceShrinkingNext.jsTaylor Otwell XLaravel Cloud Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode, Chris and Andrew welcome guest Stephen Margheim to discuss his specialization in Ruby and SQLite. Stephen shares his journey of improving thedeveloper experience with SQLite by addressing various pain points and adapting it for production in the Rails ecosystem. He talks about his contributions to Rails 8, making it the first fully production ready SQLite compatible web application framework. The conversation also covers the importance of leveraging these tools to build high-quality applications quickly and efficiently. Also, Stephen announces his upcoming course "High Leverage Rails" which focuses on maximizing the potential of Rails and SQLite for rapid, reliable development. Hit download now to hear more!LinksStephen Margheim XStephen Margheim WebsiteStephen Margheim LinkedInHigh Leverage Rails (video course by Stephen Margheim)High Performance SQLiteHatchboxTropical on Rails, April 3 & 4, 2025. São Paulo, Brazil Sin City Ruby, April 10 & 11, 2025 Las Vegas, NVHoneybadgerHoneybadger 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. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode of Remote Ruby, Chris and Andrew discuss the complexities and evolutions of developing mobile applications using Hotwire Native with guest Joe Masilotti. The conversation delves into the history, challenges, and features of Hotwire, highlighting its origins from Turbolinks to Hotwire Native. Joe shares insights from his upcoming book, which aims to guide Rails developers through building iOS and Android applications. They cover a range of topics, including authentication, push notifications, and the benefits of keeping most logic on the server. Joe also explains his writing process, and the practicalities of maintaining the book, given the ever-evolving nature of software dependencies. Hit download now to hear more!Links:Jason Charnes XChris Oliver XAndrew Mason XJoe Masilotti WebsiteJoe Masilotti YouTubeHotwire NativeHotwire Native for Rails Developers-Build Native Mobile Apps Using Your Server by Joe MasilottiHoneybadgerHoneybadger 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. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter

In this episode, Jason, Chris, and Andrew catch up with each other before diving into a conversation with Jason Swett. Jason, an author, speaker, and creator, discusses his monthly snail mail newsletter "Nonsense Monthly" and the upcoming Sin City Ruby conference scheduled for April 2025 in Vegas, Baby! The discussion then shifts to various topics surrounding software testing, including the challenges of test setup, duplication in tests, and the philosophical aspects of tests as specifications. Jason also talks about his latest book, "Professional Rails Testing" and his experiences and insights on consulting and improving technical leaders. 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. Chris Oliver X/Twitter Andrew Mason X/Twitter Jason Charnes X/Twitter