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We talk about Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, and everything in between. From tiny tips to bigger challenges we take on 3 questions a show; What are you working on? What's blocking you? What's something cool you want to share?

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We talk about Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, and everything in between. From tiny tips to bigger challenges we take on 3 questions a show; What are you working on? What's blocking you? What's something cool you want to share?

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English


Episodes

Episode 32 - Andy Croll

1/30/2024
Imagine stepping into the control room of a major tech conference with us as we chat with Andy Croll, CTO of Coverage Book and freshly minted co-chair of RailsConf. This episode peels back the curtain on the meticulous craft of conference planning – from the adrenaline rush of putting together a tech event to the nitty-gritty of ensuring that every attendee leaves with more than they came for. Andy's vision for RailsConf marries the camaraderie of small engineering teams with the prowess of industry titans, striving for a lineup that reflects the global community's rich tapestry. With Andy at the helm, we travel the path from Brighton Ruby's intimate gatherings to the sprawling expanse of RailsConf, painting a vivid picture of the care poured into speaker preparation and the quest for the Holy Grail of event organization – flawless Wi-Fi. You can almost hear the cogs turning as we delve into the logistics of venue scouting and the art of crafting a compelling call for papers. Whether you're a conference going enthusiast or simply fascinated by the orchestration behind the scenes, Andy's insights offer a unique lens into the world of tech events. Wrapping up the discussion, the podcast takes a lighthearted detour through personal anecdotes and the shared excitement for both the upcoming RailsConf and the cherished Brighton Ruby conference. The warmth of reconnection and the buzz of collective anticipation for future engagements leave us with a sense of renewed community spirit. Join us on this engaging journey through the ins and outs of bringing a beloved industry gathering to life. Links @andycroll@brightonruby @railsconf@andycroll@ruby.socialRailsConf 2024 CFPrailsconf.organdycroll.combrightonruby.com Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:36:52

Episode 31 - Elise Shaffer

12/12/2023
It's time for another Ruby on Rails podcast crossover episode! This time I'm joined by the RoR Podcasts new host, Elise Shaffer. Elise interviews me about the game show I've been giving, I offer my thoughts on doing "weird talks", and we chat about how I got started podcasting. We then flip the script and I interview Elise about her new course on Test Driven Development (TDD), her podcast, and her thoughts on teaching and learning. Elise also had some great tips for getting started (or getting better) with Vim. Links: The Ruby on Rails PodcastOriginal RoR crossover episode (Episode 4)Course hostingSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:34:16

Episode 30 - Adarsh Pandit

11/7/2023
In this eipsode I had the pleasure of talking to Adarsh Pandit, Executive Director of Ruby Central, who gave me a peek behind the curtain. From discussing his journey through the coding industry to arriving at Ruby Central, to the challenges he tackled stepping into an executive role - Adarsh's story is a tale of perseverance, growth, and community building. Get ready to uncover how Ruby Central is keeping the Ruby community vibrant and innovative. You'll hear about RubyConf and the exciting Community Day initiative that Adarsh is leading - a celebration of knowledge sharing, public speaking, and community engagement. Adarsh also shares his insights on adapting conferences to changing times and the strategies he's using to revamp the RubyTogether membership program. It's a candid look at the realities of running a tech organization in an ever-evolving industry. But we don't stop there. We also dive into Ruby Central's efforts to foster collaboration and creativity within the Ruby community. From fiscal sponsorship programs to the Scholars and Guides Program - Adarsh gives us a detailed tour of how they're stoking the fires of innovation. And not to be missed is our exploration of community building through local meetups. It's all about creating spaces for connections and learning, and we're sure you'll find Adarsh's experiences and insights invaluable. Tune in for a conversation that's not just about code, but also about fostering communities, encouraging creativity, and building a shared sense of purpose in the tech world. Links @adarsh@ruby.social rubycentral.orgRuby Central MembershipsRubyConf 2023Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:47:47

Episode 29 - Ben Orenstein

10/3/2023
In this episode, I'm joined by a special guest, Ben Ornstein, one of my Ruby heroes. I may fan-boy a bit as I express my admiration for Tuple, a tool I love. Together, we dive deep into Tuple's journey, starting from its inception and delving into the creative problem-solving and ingenuity behind its design and development. Ben also reveals his transition from CEO to Head of Product. We discuss the fresh perspective on team collaboration methods and product development this change offers. We explore how feedback loops and Agile practices play a pivotal role in Tuple's continuous evolution. Along the way, we also reflect on the 'My Life in Weeks' poster, which serves as a stark reminder of the fleeting nature of our time on Earth. This episode is a roller-coaster of insights, trivia, and reflections that will hopefully leave you feeling wiser and more contemplative. Links: @r00kTuple'My Life in Weeks' poster'A Short History of Nearly Everything' by Bill BrysonSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:37:37

Bonus Canadian Football Episode

9/12/2023
Matt Swanson stays on to talk about Canadian Football and no it's not Rugby. Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:26:12

Episode 28 - Matt Swanson

9/12/2023
Hands down my most boring episode to date. In this episode I'm joined by Mr. "Boring Rails" himself, Matt Swanson. We talk about removing premature abstractions, how decision fatigue impacts exploration, and revisiting ActionMailer (and finding it to be better than we remember). Even though Matt is notorious for sticking to boring tech the conversation was still great and I'm looking forward to having him on again. Maybe to talk about TypeScript? ;) Links: @_swansonboringrails.comActionMailer GuideActionMailer Docsarrows.to Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:53:23

Episode 27 - Andrew Atkinson

8/22/2023
PostgreSQL wizard Andrew Atkinson joins the show to discuss his new book, "High-Performance PostgreSQL for Rails." Andrew talks about the challenges of writing a database book for Rails developers, refactoring prose, and the importance of maintaining a work-book-life balance. With his multiple fantastic talks on the subject of PostgreSQL, it's no surprise that he possesses a ton of knowledge to share. I'm genuinely delighted that I had the opportunity to have him on the show, and I'm incredibly excited for the book's upcoming release. Links: @andatkiandatki.bsky.socialandyatkinsonandyatkinson.comHigh-Performance PostgreSQL for RailsPGSQL Phriday #001 — Query Stats, Log Tags, and N+1sSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:45:48

Episode 26 - Thomas Carr

8/1/2023
Web3! 😱 Now that I have your attention. This episode I'm joined by Thomas Carr. Thomas is a Consultant & Software Developer for Emerging Technologies at CGI Federal. Which is a fancy way of saying he gets to play around with all the new tech out there and see what might have real world application. Thomas just gave an awesome talk at Blue Ridge Ruby called "Digital Identity or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Web3" and I found it so fascinating (much to my surprise) I felt like I had to have him on the show. If you're like I was and think Web3 is just a buzzword Tech Bros use you definitely want to check out this episode! Links: htcarr.com@htcarr3Thomas Carrhtcarr3SSI LandCGI FederalBlue Ridge Ruby Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:47:44

Episode 25 - Vini Stock

7/18/2023
Fresh off his Ruby Kaigi talk, Vini Stock, joins the show to talk about all things Ruby LSP. Even though he's given a plethora of talks on the subject already there's so much to LSPs and to the future and vision of this project that I learned a ton while recording. Vini confirms what I always suspected, that getting paid to work on developer tooling is awesome. I'm super excited about this project and I suspect after listening to this episode you will be too! Links: @vinistockvinistock.comVinicius Stock@vinistockRubyLSP RepoRubyLSP plugin for VS CodeRuby Kaigi TalkSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:58:31

Episode 24 - Alan and Fito - Cisco Meraki

7/3/2023
Another double-guest episode! This time, I'm joined by Alan Ridlehoover and Fito von Zastrow from Cisco Meraki. There's almost too much great content in this episode to provide a proper summary. We discuss everything, from the modularization of massive Rails apps to building a toy framework. Alan and Fito have a ton of experience and are working on some awesome things. Best of all, they're hiring! If this episode makes you hungry for the types of problems they're solving, definitely check out Cisco Meraki's career page. Links: LinkedIn@alan@ruby.socialLinkedIn@Fito@ruby.socialCisco Meraki's career pageA Brewer’s Guide to Filtering out Complexity and Churn (RubyConf Mini)Liberty FrameworkManufacturableAlans BlogRuby Flog VS Code ExtensionCoverage Status VS Code ExtensionRubyist (an opinionated color scheme for Ruby development)Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:44:18

Episode 23 - Daniel Huss

6/20/2023
First time Podcast guest, Daniel Huss, joins the show. Daniel is a Test Double agent and recently gave his first conference talk (Spoiler, it was great)! We talk about the differences between contract and product work, Dragon Ruby, and tending to your code like it's a garden. Daniel crush it on his first, of what I hope will be many, podcast appearances. Links: LinkedIn@daniel_n_huss@ruby.socialTest DoubleDragon RubyTheory BuildingSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:49:24

Episode 22 - Brittany Martin

6/6/2023
In this episode, I'm joined by returning guest Brittany Martin to talk about her new role as an Engineering Manager at Shogun. We also discuss corporate hackathons, the delicate balance between work and personal projects, and the potential benefits for both developers and the company. Brittany shares her insights on the value of hackathons in terms of team bonding, productivity, and learning opportunities. We also have mischievous plan to surprise another podcast. Links: The Ruby on Rails Podcast@brittjmartin@brittjmartin@ruby.socialbrittanymartin.devBrittany MartinShogunChatGPTSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:44:10

Episode 21 - Nick Schwaderer

5/16/2023
Nick Schwaderer rejoins the show. We discuss our experiences in giving talks, the importance of engaging with the audience, and the development of Scarpe, a new implementation of _why's Shoes DSL for building Ruby desktop applications. Nick shares valuable insights on creating connections, maintaining a balance between humor and content, and fostering a welcoming community. Nick also hints at something awesome that our editor refers to as "Schwad-warts Express". You're going to have to listen to find out all about it. Links: @schwad_rb on Twitterschwad.github.ioScarpe GitHub RepoNobody Knows ShoesGlimmer RubyBlue Ridge RubySupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:53:40

Episode 20 - Julie J

5/2/2023
Julie J, co-host of Ruby for All, joins the show to talk about her cool side project and Ruby for All. We talk about getting stuff done, Rails upgrades, and some of the confusion that still exists around assets in Rails. Julie has quickly grown into one of my favorite podcast hosts so you definitely want to give this one a listen. Links: @codewithjuliecodewithjulie.com@rubyforallrubyforall.comngrokOpenId ConnectOAuthreadme.localtest.mePaperclip GemSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:38:58

Episode 19 - Joel Drapper

4/18/2023
The creator of Phlex, Joel Drapper, joins the show. Joel has been working on HTML streaming in Phlex and, spoiler alert, it sounds super cool! Joel really likes SQLite and thinks Aaron Francis's new MySQL for developers course is great (he's right). We also dive into getting unblocked by using a Ruby Developers secret weapon (hint: it's the community). Links: PhlexLitestreamIntroducing LiteFSSQLiteExtraliteRooftop RubyMySQL for DevelopersSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:52:27

Episode 18 - Andrew Mason

3/7/2023
Coding Coders first ever guest, Andrew Mason, returns to give an update on what he's been up to since joining Podia. Of course no episode with Andrew would be complete without a dive into ADHD land. From learning to hack your brain and last minute passport renewals to Web Mentions and the world of Indie Web dev we cover it all. Links: https://andrewm.codes/@andrewmcodes on TwitterRuby for All PodcastRemote Ruby PodcastRuby Radar NewsletterEmojipediaWeb MentionsIndie Web Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:46:13

Episode 17 - Joe Masilotti

2/21/2023
Joe Masilotti is, in many ways, the guy. Chances are you've heard of him you may just not know his name. He's the Turbo Native guy, the RailsDevs guy, the helping juniors get hired guy, the Hotwire newsletter guy, the all around nicest guy. Joe joins the show to talk about his various projects, why it's so important to build in public, and how doing less is helping him to do it all. Links: @joemasilotti@joemasilotti@ruby.social@joemasilotti@joemasilottihttps://masilotti.com/https://railsdevs.com/Hotwire NewsletterTurbo Native WorkshopWNB.rbWomen on Rails NewsletterSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:50:06

Episode 16 - Mike Munroe and Dave Kroondyk

2/7/2023
A double first for Coding Coders, this episode is the first to feature TWO guests, both from the shows very first sponsor OBLSK! Mike Munroe and Dave Kroondyk are from OBLSK, a software consultancy specializing in Ruby on Rails. In this episode they share their adventures converting a clients dotNet and angularjs application to Rails and Hotwire. A full rewrite of any application is always an adventure but throw in mobile apps and you have an adventure of epic proportion. Mike and Dave share the things they've learned along the way and why they firmly believe there is not better choice than Rails. Links: OBLSK@mikepmunroeMike Munroe on LinkedIn@davekaroThe Rails and Hotwire Codex by Ayush NewatiaJumpstart ProPhlexSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:53:33

Episode 15 - Tom Rossi

1/17/2023
This episode Tom Rossi, from Higher Pixels, joins the show. You're probably familiar with Higher Pixels work but you may not know it. They're the brains behind my favorite podcast hosting service, Buzzsprout, which is used to host this show! Tom is an amazing guest with lots of stories to tell. Learning to scale Buzzsprout, upgrading to Rails 7/Hotwire, and that time they had to ask a podcast to go somewhere else because they got too big! Links: higherpixels.comBuzzsprout@tomrossi7Donor ToolsTickRails SaaS ConferenceSupport the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:00:54:54

Episode 14 - Kevin Newton

1/3/2023
It's a New Year and a new episode of Code and the Coding Coders who Code it! In this episode (which I'm calling Yet Another Podcast Episode), man of many projects, Kevin Newton, joins the show. Kevin tells us about YARP, the new Ruby parser, and his desire to help make it a "magical unicorn rainbow land" (his words not mine). We also get into dealing with to do lists, the weight of high expectations, and imposter syndrome. Links: @kddnewton on Twitterkddnewton.comAdvent of YARVRuby hacking guideYARP repoRuby LSP Reposyntax_tree repoTRICK 2022TRIC Entry 4Evaluating Ruby in RubyIlya BylichRuby Spec repo Support the showReady to start your own podcast? This show is hosted on Buzzsprout and it's awesome, not to mention a Ruby on Rails application. Let Buzzsprout know we sent you and you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card if you sign up for a paid plan, and it helps support our show. Sponsors A big thanks to OBLSK for being the very first sponsor of the show!

Duration:01:00:04