RubyConf Talks & Presentations

Ruby Central

Using Monads for Elegant Error Handling

Explore functional programming and monads for cleaner, more expressive error handling in Ruby applications, improving code readability and maintainability.

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

Ruby Central

Achieving Fast Method Metaprogramming - Lessons from MemoWise

Explore advanced Ruby metaprogramming techniques for optimizing performance, focusing on lessons learned from developing MemoWise, a high-performance memoization gem.

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

Ruby Central

Meet Shopify's Ruby and Rails Infrastructure Team

Engage with Shopify's Ruby and Rails Infrastructure team, learn about their projects, and get answers to your questions in this interactive session from RubyConf 2021.

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

Ruby Central

Managing Out - Strategies for Leveling Up

Strategies for mid-level engineers to enhance leadership skills, mentor newer teammates, and collaborate across disciplines while contributing to team growth and project success.

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

Ruby Central

Harness the Power of Functions to Build Composable Rack Applications

Explore function composition for building modular Rack applications using web_pipe, enhancing HTTP request processing and response creation in Ruby.

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

Ruby Central

Dismantling Dystopian Futures with Humane Factories

Explore unconventional tactics for test factories in Ruby, blending whimsy with practical strategies to improve data handling and prevent potential dystopian scenarios in software development.

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

Ruby Central

Dishonest Software - Fighting Back Against the Industry Norms

Explore ethical software development, combating industry norms that compromise data privacy. Learn to advocate for user rights and build honest tools with compelling arguments for product leadership.

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

Ruby Central

Surprise! Inspiring Resilience

Exploring resilience through diverse examples, from aircraft carriers to priceless art, offering insights to create robust systems and organizations in the face of challenges.

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

Ruby Central

Control Methods Like a Pro - A Guide to Ruby's Awesomeness

Explore Ruby's metaprogramming capabilities, focusing on method manipulation, from basics to advanced techniques. Learn to leverage method objects for enhanced code flexibility and power.

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

Ruby Central

Virtual Job Fair - Engine Yard, Wrapbook, Shopify

Explore career opportunities with leading tech companies Engine Yard, Wrapbook, and Shopify in this virtual job fair session from RubyConf 2021.

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

Ruby Central

Reframing Shame & Embracing Mistakes

Explore strategies to overcome imposter syndrome, reframe negative thoughts, and embrace mistakes as learning opportunities in tech careers.

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

Ruby Central

Minimize Your Circus Factor - Building Resilient Teams

Strategies for building resilient teams that can thrive even when key members are absent, focusing on improving delivery, people, and processes to minimize disruption and stress.

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

Ruby Central

Performance Does - Not - Matter

Explore Ruby's creator Matz's insights on performance optimization, balancing speed with developer happiness, and the future direction of the language.

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

Ruby Central

Solidarity not Charity and Collective Liberation

Explore mutual aid initiatives, their impact, and lessons learned from tech-driven community support projects. Gain insights on effective volunteering and fostering solidarity in times of crisis.

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

Ruby Central

Eclectics Unite - Leverage Your Diverse Background

Explore how diverse experiences in translation, snowboarding, and drumming can enhance software development skills and provide unique perspectives in Ruby programming.

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