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The Ruby on Rails Podcast

Elise Shaffer
Ruby On Rails
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The Ruby on Rails Podcast, a weekly conversation about Ruby on Rails, open source software, and the programming profession. Co-hosted by Nick Schwaderer. Edited by Peachtree Sound.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes537Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Benedikt used to be a freelance software engineer and co-founded Userlist in 2017 as a side project with his co-founder Jane Portman. They went full-time on it in 2020. Benedikt enjoys database query optimization just as much as pushing around pixels... more

Becky Searls is a teacher-turned-trainer, but her true passion is learning and continuous growth. She shares everything she learns through her business, Better with Becky, which recently launched its first product: a strength-training app called Buil... more

Today we’re continuing our series of highlighting startups building with Rails. Every app eventually runs into scaling requirements. Whether that’s from a spike in traffic or persistent growth. That’s why we have autoscaling. Judoscale is a tool to m... more

Good Enough is a company that makes Rails apps. They have quite a few products and all of them are built on Rails. Today James and Cade join the show to tell us about building a small software company with Rails.

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Recent Guests

Benedikt Deicke
Co-founder of Userlist, an email marketing automation tool.
Userlist
Episode: Episode 537: Userlist with Benedikt Deicke
Becky Searls
Teacher turned trainer, founder of Better With Becky and developer of Build With Becky app.
Better With Becky
Episode: Episode 536: Better With Becky with Becky Searls
Adam McCrea
Rails developer and founder of Judoscale
Judoscale
Episode: Episode 535: Judoscale with Adam McCrea
Cade Truitt
Developer and member of Good Enough, focusing on creating user-friendly software products
Good Enough
Episode: Episode 534: Good Enough with James Adam and Cade Truitt
James Adam
Co-founder of Good Enough, passionate about Ruby on Rails since its inception
Good Enough
Episode: Episode 534: Good Enough with James Adam and Cade Truitt
Joe Masilotti
Known as the Hotwire Native guy who helps Rails developers build web-powered mobile apps.
Hotwire Native Developer
Episode: Episode 532: Hotwire Native with Joe Masilotti
John Nunemaker
Long-time Rubyist with experience at GitHub and working on smaller software companies.
Episode: Episode 531: Taking Over Fireside with John Nunemaker & Garrett Dimon
Garrett Dimon
Established developer with a history of building companies, selling a company in 2016 before consulting.
Episode: Episode 531: Taking Over Fireside with John Nunemaker & Garrett Dimon
Chris Ferdinandi
Chris helps developers with ADHD thrive and shares strategies to turn ADHD into a superpower.
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Episode: Episode 528: Working In Tech With ADHD with Chris Ferdinandi

Hosts

Elise Shaffer
Host of discussions covering Ruby on Rails, software development insights, and industry trends, actively engaging with guests and the programming community.
Nick Schwaderer
Co-host and contributor to conversations about Ruby, Rails community, and tech industry developments.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 97 ratings
  • Has potential

    But I didn’t get very far in. When I heard her say that she used she her pronouns I knew she was a sheep and promptly unsubscribed. Bye bye. You might be smart but you can’t keep your politics out of software development.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    elikl02
    United Statesa year ago
  • Highly recommend!

    I recently discovered Ruby on Rails and have been consistently impress by the wealth of knowledge and insights shared in each episode. I truly learn something every time I tune in. Highly recommend tuning in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mvelasco07
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic Show

    Brittany is one of the best podcast hosts. She asks wonderful questions and brings out the best in her guests. Funny, insightful, and enlightening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Druby27
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the in-depth technical convos

    I just finished listening to a couple of episodes. I decided to subscribe after consistently listening to the guests who seemed more like “day-to-day” and less celebrity-like rockstar programmers who actually implemented the smaller but still significant solutions they talk about.

    I like the technical depth the host asks the questions and give the guests enough time to expand on the details as much as they need without pressuring then to wrap up or give a bite sized response.

    I can relate to t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gumatias1988
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast, but maybe running out of steam.

    Podcast Addict
    Conor
    5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the technical depth and relatability of the conversations, often praising the variety of guests and the insightful discussions.
Some feedback highlights a strong preference for episodes focused on Ruby on Rails specifically, rather than broader programming topics.
Overall, the host's ability to engage with guests and create a welcoming environment for discussions is repeatedly commended.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 537: Userlist with Benedikt Deicke
Q: What challenges have you faced while building Userlist?
Benedikt mentioned the challenges of inconsistencies in the non-public A-REL API while building Userlist.
Episode 537: Userlist with Benedikt Deicke
Q: Can you talk about how you came to Rails, what that experience was like?
Benedikt started using Rails in 2006 and initially dismissed it because of some confusion around the technology but later became hooked on it.
Episode 536: Better With Becky with Becky Searls
Q: What was your process for creating your app Build With Becky?
Becky describes the journey from using Google Docs for training programs to developing the app with her husband's help, emphasizing the flexibility it provides.
Episode 536: Better With Becky with Becky Searls
Q: Can you talk about the educational aspect of your fitness training program?
Becky explains how she applies her teaching methodologies to personalize fitness training and adapt it to individual client needs.
Episode 536: Better With Becky with Becky Searls
Q: Can you talk about the career shift and the career change?
Becky details her transition from teaching to being a personal trainer, driven by a passion for fitness and the influence of her tech-savvy husband.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ruby on Rails Podcast

What is The Ruby on Rails Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the ever-evolving landscape of Ruby on Rails, this podcast features discussions that range from personal journeys in software development to emerging tools and technologies within the Rails ecosystem. Episodes often highlight interesting guests, including founders of companies and experts in various fields, who share their experiences and insights about using Ruby on Rails in practical applications, software development best practices, and the challenges surrounding tech innovations. With an emphasis on community involvement and continuous learning, the conversations delve into user-centric software solutions, the role of design in tech, and the implications of new developments like Hotwire and artificial intelligence on workflo... more

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1. Benedikt Deicke
2. Becky Searls
3. Adam McCrea
4. Cade Truitt
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7. John Nunemaker
8. Garrett Dimon

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