All that hype you heard about Gumroad? Yeah. It’s true. — The digital marketplace is abuzz with platforms that promise creators the moon and the stars. One name that has steadily risen above the cacophony is Gumroad. And as someone who dove into the Gumroad experience head-first, I’m here to deconstruct my journey and share some invaluable insights. My Two-Week Gumroad Challenge I decided to…

Parallel testing has emerged as a popular strategy for speeding up test suites, and with Rails 7, it’s more efficient and effective than ever. However, as with any technology, understanding its benefits and challenges is essential for optimal utilization. — 1. Introduction to Parallel Testing in Rails 7 Parallel testing lets you run your test suite in a concurrent manner. By default, Rails 7 forks processes using Ruby’s DRb system. The number of processes forked corresponds to the machine’s core count but can be adjusted.

In today’s digital age, APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) serve as essential connectors between varied software, enabling seamless communication and data sharing. Ruby on Rails, with its elegance, flexibility, and supportive community, has emerged as a premier choice for developers, including myself, aiming to design top-tier APIs. While tools play a…

I needed to get Invoke AI running on an AWS server for a new project I am involved with. Here are my notes on how I did that. — In this article you will find out: Which EC2 instance to use How to prepare it for working with an image AI application like InvokeAI How to install and run InvokeAI Configuring a GPU monitor and sending the data to CloudWatch Configuring an Nginx Reverse Proxy to works with InvokeAI

Rails 7, released in 2021, has brought forward new horizons in database management with its advanced sharding capabilities. This revolutionary addition empowers developers to scale applications efficiently, offering a seamless approach to handling large datasets and multi-tenant configurations. — Since its inception, Rails has been a platform that promotes flexibility, robustness, and ease of use. With the release of Rails 7 in 2021, the framework has taken a significant leap forward in database management with the introduction of innovative sharding features. …

Join me in a hands-on tutorial to create, manage, and continue conversations with ChatGPT, using Ruby on Rails and OpenAI’s API. Watch the video and take a step toward the future of AI-powered communication. — The rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence into daily routines and business practices is a testament to its revolutionary impact. OpenAI, one of the frontrunners in this transformation, offers powerful language models like GPT-3 and GPT-4 that many aspire to leverage. Understanding this need, I’ve created a YouTube video tutorial (available…

A quick look at reducing and clarifying controller code via declarative parameters. — In Ruby on Rails, handling query parameters can become cumbersome, especially when there are multiple possibilities or a complex structure to manage. Using declarative patterns, like responds_to, can make this easier by allowing you to define responses in a more structured way. Here’s an example of what you might do…

In the landscape of modern web development, few frameworks have had as profound an impact as Ruby on Rails (RoR). Powered by the elegance of Ruby and the efficiency of the Model-View-Controller (MVC) design pattern, Rails provides developers with tools to craft scalable and maintainable applications. — Welcome to this concise summary of my guide on Ruby on Rails and the MVC pattern, integral subjects for modern web developers. While this article highlights key concepts, practical applications, and fundamental benefits, there is a wealth of knowledge waiting to be uncovered in the full guide.

At Zonmaster, we manage a substantial amount of sensitive data, including Personally Identifiable Information (PII), along with other types of data. As part of our agreement with Amazon, we are committed to storing this information securely. While we previously relied on various gems to achieve this, having encryption features built directly into Rails has greatly enhanced our ability to protect this vital information.