Building Native GUI Apps in Ruby

Explore the potential of Ruby for creating native GUI desktop applications across Mac, Windows, and Linux platforms in this 30-minute conference talk from RubyConf 2022. Discover how Glimmer DSL for LibUI, a gem awarded the Fukuoka Ruby 2022 Special Award, enables lightweight and declarative GUI syntax with bidirectional data-binding. Delve into key concepts such as GUI DSL, data-binding, custom controls, area graphics, drag & drop functionality, MVC/MVP pattern implementation, and scaffolding techniques. Gain insights through practical demonstrations and learn how Ruby is pushing the boundaries of desktop app development in ways not typically seen in web development.