Rails Business

In this episode, we chat with Mateus Pereira from Ombu Labs about the nuances of Rails upgrades and how AI is revolutionizing the process. From tackling gem dependencies to client collaboration, Mateus shares valuable insights and tips for executing seamless upgrades. Perfect for developers looking to streamline their Rails projects and leverage AI tools effectively.00:00 Introduction and Casual Chat00:25 Meet Mateus: Senior Rails Engineer01:29 Mateus' Journey into Programming02:17 Joining Ombu Labs: Trials and Triumphs03:33 Lessons from Rejection and Persistence04:35 Challenges in Rails Upgrades08:12 Tackling Gem Dependencies20:04 The Role of AI in Rails Upgrades30:47 Discussing Ruby Critic and Rails Bump32:07 AI in Code Refactoring33:58 Client Relationships and Project Management44:14 Challenges with Test Coverage45:32 Manual Testing and QA Processes49:18 Using AI for Writing Tests55:37 Final Thoughts and Sign-OffLINKS- Mateus' Blog- Mateus' X/Twitter- Mateus' LinkedIn- Ryan's Website- Brendan's X/Twitter- Brendan's BlueskyQuestions or comments, email us at [email protected] us a text

In this episode, Nate Berkopec, the proprietor of Speedshop, a Ruby on Rails performance consultancy, author of several books including the Complete Guide to Rails Performance, and a maintainer of Puma, joins the podcast. Nate discusses his journey into Rails performance optimization, starting from his early career at startups and his breakthrough talk at the Gotham Ruby Conference. He outlines his 'Three S' framework—Speed, Scalability, and Stability—for tackling performance issues. The discussion includes practical advice for Heroku users on optimizing 'dynos' for better request queuing and performance, as well as insights on using tools like JudoScale and PG Analyze for better Sidekiq job management and database optimization. Nate also touches on the importance of setting proper performance thresholds to balance system efficiency and operational costs.00:00 Introduction to Nate Berkopec and Speedshop00:45 Nate's Early Career and Interest in Performance03:36 The Impact of Nate's Conference Talk and Book04:40 Challenges in Diagnosing Performance Issues10:22 Framework for Tackling Performance Problems17:27 Understanding Heroku's Load Balancing27:39 Understanding TCP Open Failures28:10 Optimizing Dynos on Heroku29:16 Setting Performance Thresholds31:12 The Importance of Monitoring and Automation34:25 Challenges with Sidekiq and Data Processing36:24 Best Practices for Sidekiq Queues44:48 Ensuring Job Idempotency and Efficiency49:26 Rapid Fire Tips for Indies52:41 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsLINKS- Speedshop- Nate's X/Twitter- The Complete Guide to Rails Performance Book- Sidekiq in Practice Book- High Availabillity Wikipedia Article- Ryan's Website- Brendan's X/Twitter- Brendan's BlueskyQuestions or comments, email us at [email protected] us a text

In this episode, we tackle the nuances of communicating project requirements within development teams. From managing user stories and acceptance criteria to balancing control and flexibility, we explore best practices for ensuring clarity and efficiency. We share real-world experiences, including the effectiveness of detailed videos and spikes in guiding team members. 01:24 Communicating with Different Levels of Expertise06:06 The Role of Videos in Communication14:45 Challenges in Estimating and Scoping Projects30:52 Using AI to Assist in Writing TicketsLINKS- Ryan's Website- Brendan's X/Twitter- Brendan's BlueskyQuestions or comments, email us at [email protected] us a text

 In this episode, we welcome Stephen Anderson, founder and owner of Bendyworks, a Madison, Wisconsin based Ruby on Rails consultancy. Stephen shares his journey from corporate Java consulting to building a values-driven software shop, discussing his philosophy of constantly seeking 10x productivity improvements and the pivotal moments that led him to entrepreneurship. LINKS- Bendyworks- Ryan's Website- Brendan's X/Twitter- Brendan's BlueskyQuestions or comments, email us at [email protected] us a text

In this episode, we welcome Scott Werner, CEO of Sublayer, to discuss the future of software development and how AI is transforming the industry. Scott shares his experiences and insights on how AI is changing the way startups build and maintain software products, including Sublayer’s AI-driven tools like APM, Augmentations, and Artificial Ruby. They explore practical applications of AI in software engineering, the concept of MCP, and the fast-evolving landscape of AI technology, offering valuable takeaways for developers and tech entrepreneurs.00:20 Overview of Sublayer's AI Focus01:20 Main Products and Innovations03:29 AI in Software Development07:00 Triggers and AI Automation08:58 MCP and Structured Outputs17:53 Open Source and AI Agents20:05 The Future of AI in Development21:15 Journey to Sublayer: A Winding Road23:10 Challenges and Innovations in AI Product Development28:09 The Fast Fashion Era of Software33:14 The Future of AI and Business Models40:17 Concluding Thoughts and Future PlansLINKS- Sublayer Website- Scott's Blog (Works on My Machine)- Ryan's Website- Brendan's X/Twitter- Brendan's BlueskyQuestions or comments, email us at [email protected] us a text