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Ruby Rogues

Charles Max Wood, Darren Broemmer, Dave Kimura, Valentino Stoll, Luke Stutters, John Epperson, Andrew Mason, Nate Hopkins, Matt Smith, Tom Rossi, Eric Berry, Brian Hogan, Catherine Meyers, Coraline Ada Ehmke, David Brady, David Richards, Jason Sw...

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  • 1 hour 23 minutes
    Embracing Human Factors and Rapid Development in Ruby on Rails Systems - RUBY 661
    In today's episode, they dive deep into the fascinating intersections of system security, rapid development, and the human factors that influence them, with our esteemed guest Emil Kampp. Emil, a seasoned expert in critical infrastructure and fintech, shares his experiences and strategies for using Ruby on Rails to achieve unparalleled speed and robust testing in development.
    They explore the nuances of dynamic typing versus static programming, why Ruby on Rails is often the go-to for swift feature deployment, and the significance of stability in critical systems. Emil also sheds light on the complexities of ensuring robust voting processes and the challenges of maintaining security in banking systems. Additionally, we'll touch upon the importance of documentation, compliance, and visual tools in system design.
    Join our hosts Charles, Ayush ,and Valentino as they navigate through Emil's diverse projects, from online voting to aerospace applications, and discuss how tools, testing practices, and redundancy can shape the future of secure and efficient development. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting, this episode promises valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions. Stay tuned!


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    21 November 2024, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    Kamal and Docker: Efficient Application Deployment Strategies - RUBY 660
    Today, they delve deep into the world of application deployment with our special guest, Josef Stribny, a freelance software engineer and author of "Deployment from Scratch" and "Kamal Handbook". Joined by the insightful panelists, Valentino and Ayush, they explore the intricacies of deploying applications using Kamal, a minimalistic deployment tool inspired by Ruby on Rails creator David Heinemeier Hansson.
    In this episode, Josef shares his expertise on Kamal’s deployment process, Docker registries, managing database backups, and the use of accessories like Sidekick for background processing. They discuss the differences between Kamal and tools like Capistrano and Kubernetes, highlighting Kamal's unique approach to simplifying deployment. Along the way, the panelists dive into related discussions, from personal tech recommendations to favorite TV shows and movies, making for a rich and engaging conversation.
    Tune in as they uncover the secrets to efficient deployment, the advantages and trade-offs of using Docker, and the cutting-edge features of Kamal, ensuring you are equipped with the knowledge to optimize your development workflow. 


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    13 November 2024, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Inertia.js - The Modern Monolith with Jonathan Reinink - RUBY 659
    In this episode of Ruby Rogues, guest Jonathan Reinink joins the Rogues to talk about what Inertia.js is and why Rails developers would want to use it.

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    6 November 2024, 10:00 am
  • 59 minutes 46 seconds
    Embracing AI Efficiency in Rails Development - RUBY 658
     In today's episode, they dive deep into the world of AI, technology, and Ruby on Rails with our special guest, Gustavo Valenzuela. Charles and Valentino unpack everything from community-driven insights and AI advancements to the fascinating board game "Star Realms." They explore Gustavo’s journey, his innovative platform "Startups on Rails," and how it aims to document companies powered by Ruby on Rails. Plus, get ready for discussions on AI's transformative role in development, the economic landscape affecting tech hiring, and valuable entrepreneurial advice for developers. Whether you're curious about Hugging Face's new tools or looking for insights into Rails' vibrant community, this episode is packed with information, anecdotes, and actionable tips you won't want to miss.

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    30 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    Architectures and Microservices with Darren Broemmer - RUBY 657
    Darren Broemmer joins the Rogues to discuss how Ruby on Rails enables a microservices architecture and when it's appropriate to approach your system's architecture with microservices. Chuck and Dave lend their experience and expertise in pointing out some of the challenges with microservices and the power of Rails in enabling the Majestic Monolith. Tradeoffs are discussed and approaches are considered for when parts of an application may make a good candidate for microservices.


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    23 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 20 minutes
    Practical Observability: Logging, Tracing, and Metrics for Better Debugging - RUBY 656
     Today, they dive deep into the world of observability in programming, particularly within Rails applications, with special guest, John Gallagher. Valentino openly shares his struggles with engineering challenges and the frustration of recurring issues in his company's customer account app. They explore a five-step process Valentino has developed to tackle these problems and emphasize the critical role of defining use cases and focusing on relevant data for effective observability.
    In this episode, they talk about the emotional journey of dealing with bugs, the importance of capturing every event within an app, and why metrics, logs, and tracing each play a unique role in debugging. They also touch on tools like Datadog, New Relic, and OpenTelemetry, discussing their practical applications and limitations. Valentino and John shed light on how structured logging, tracing, and the concept of high cardinality attributes can transform debugging experiences, ultimately aiming for a more intuitive and robust approach to observability.
    Join them as they delve into the nexus of frustration, learning, and technological solutions, offering valuable insights for every developer striving to improve their application's resilience and performance.

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    16 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Secrets Management Best Practices and Tools - RUBY 655
    Charles and Valentino are joined by special guest Brian Vallelunga, CEO and co-founder of Doppler, a leading secrets management platform often described as "GitHub for secrets."
    Dive into an engaging conversation about best practices for managing sensitive information, such as API keys and encryption keys, and treating all environment-configured settings as secrets. Brian shares insights on using tools like AWS Secrets Manager, Docker, and Doppler’s seamless integration with popular development workflows, ensuring robust access control and audit logging.
    They discuss about the severe consequences of data breaches, compelling real-world scams, and the human cost of leaked data. Learn how Doppler helps developers avoid these risks while enhancing productivity. They also explore the intersection between developer efficiency and security, and emerging trends in secrets management like passwordless authentication.
    Tune in for valuable tips, personal stories, and a peek at the future of secrets management and developer security. Let’s get started!


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    9 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Navigating Rails for Front-End Developers: A Comprehensive Guide to Integration and Transition - RUBY 654
    In this episode, Valentino and Ayush dive deep into the evolving landscape of web frameworks, particularly focusing on Ruby on Rails. Join them as they explore the challenges and advantages of transitioning from front-end-centric frameworks like Next.js to Rails, the seamless features Rails offers, and the complexities of integrating front-end components.


    They also discuss exciting potentials like better integration of Vue component libraries with Rails, the simplicity and utility of custom elements, and the desire for Rails to incorporate features similar to Phoenix LiveView. The panelists share their thoughts on the evolving Rails stack, the need for better tools and documentation, and the excitement around upcoming Rails 8 features.


    Stay tuned for an insightful conversation about the future of web development, the importance of versatile skills in the development community, and some amazing personal picks from our panelists, including top tech tools, fascinating music, and captivating movies. Don't miss out on this rich discussion filled with expert insights and practical advice for developers navigating the intricate world of web frameworks.


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    2 October 2024, 10:00 am
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    Building Better Ruby Apps: Glimmer's Component Slots and More - RUBY 653
    Today, Valentino dives deep into the world of Ruby development with our special guest, Andy Maleh. They explore innovative advancements in Glimmer DSL for LibUI and Glimmer DSL for Web. Andy talks about his after-hours efforts to improve productivity and maintainability in front-end development, his critiques of current JavaScript frameworks like React, and his preference for utilizing Ruby's simplicity.
    Valentino shares his intriguing project, building a robotic arm, and discusses teleoperation technology and practical applications. As they wrap up, we touch on full-stack development benefits, easing the learning curve, and future personal projects. Get ready for insights into integrating Glimmer DSL with Rails, optimizing development workflows, and learning about Andy's past and future contributions to the Ruby community. Stay tuned for an inspiring episode packed with practical advice and visionary ideas!

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    25 September 2024, 10:58 am
  • 46 minutes 27 seconds
    The Sounds of Silence: Lessons From an API Outage with Paul Zaich - RUBY 652
    Paul Zaich from Checkr tells us about a critical outage that occurred, what caused it and how they tracked down and fixed the issue. The conversation ranges through troubleshooting complex systems, building team culture, blameless post-mortems, and monitoring the right things to make sure your applications don't fail or alert you when they do.

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    23 September 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 55 minutes 33 seconds
    The Hidden Gems of Ruby - RUBY 651
    Valentino Stoll takes us on a tour of the "gems" of features built into the core Ruby language. We explore tips and tricks for using irb that can also improve your Rails console.


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    11 September 2024, 10:00 am
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