Ruby Central Courses

Business in the Front, Party in the Back - Office

Learn to build efficient back office interfaces for Ruby on Rails apps using Retool, streamlining admin tasks and integrating with Postgres and API services for improved productivity.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Don't @ Me! Faster Instance Variables with Object Shapes

Explore object shapes to optimize Ruby instance variables, enhancing performance in getting and setting. Gain insights into implementation details for more efficient development.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Data Indexing with RGB - Ruby, Graphs and Bitmaps

Explore data indexing using Ruby, graph databases, and bitmap stores to build a unique data engine, improving query speed and enabling cross-market analysis and harmonization.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Ruby Central Panel

Ruby Central leadership discusses the organization's mission, initiatives, and future plans for supporting the Ruby community and ecosystem.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Everything a Microservice - The Worst Possible Intro to dRuby

Explore dRuby, a distributed programming module, and its potential for extreme microservices architecture. Learn about this lesser-known standard library feature through a humorous and exaggerated approach.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

A Tale of Two Flamegraphs - Continuous Profiling in Ruby

Explore Pyroscope, a fast-growing profiling gem combining rbspy and speedscope. Learn its internals and how to use flamegraphs for analyzing application performance.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Boot the Backlog - Optimizing Your Workflow for Dev Happiness

Explore the Shape Up approach to project management, optimizing developer happiness and productivity across global teams while delivering more value for users.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Mentorship in Three Acts

Discover effective mentorship strategies for team growth, covering three stages of program integration and methods to engage hesitant teams. Learn to create a structured system that enhances skills and culture.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Taylor's Guide to Big Rewrites

Insights on successfully rewriting a large application, applying Taylorism principles to software development, and managing complex projects with a small team.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Upgrading the Ruby Community

Explore strategies to enhance the Ruby community's impact, from salary transparency to unions, building on its welcoming and supportive foundation.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

How We Implemented Internal Salary Transparency - And Why It Matters

Explore the implementation of internal salary transparency, its benefits, challenges, and impact on workplace trust and satisfaction through a real-world case study.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Mentorship Panel

Gain insights on building effective mentor-mentee relationships from experienced developers. Learn practical tips, benefits, and strategies for successful mentorship in software development.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Power of Improv - Unlocking Your Creative Potential as a Developer

Discover how improvisation techniques can enhance creativity, collaboration, and career satisfaction for developers through interactive exercises and practical insights.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Managing the Burnout Burndown

Practical strategies for tech leaders to manage stress, reduce burnout, and maintain productivity. Combines real-world experience with academic insights for a balanced approach to workplace well-being.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

Building a More Effective, Bidirectional Mentor-Mentee Relationship

Explore strategies to enhance mentor-mentee relationships, drawing from research and personal experiences. Learn to overcome common challenges and maximize value for both parties.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk