A Rails Developer’s Guide to the Ruby VM

Explore the inner workings of Ruby's virtual machine in this 29-minute conference talk from RailsConf 2022. Delve into the lower-level abstractions of Ruby internals, starting with the compilation and execution process of a simple Ruby script. Gain insights into the nature and functions of virtual machines, with a specific focus on the Ruby VM. Discover how Ruby and Rails operate as a whole, enhancing your understanding of the language's underlying mechanisms. No prior knowledge of low-level systems is required for this accessible exploration of Ruby's internal architecture.