Code Generation for the Sake of Consistency
Explore code generation techniques for maintaining consistency in growing Go projects, covering implementation, behavior, and documentation accuracy without relying on large-scale frameworks.
Embrace the Interface
Explore powerful abstraction techniques in Go using interfaces to create modular, lean, and clean code. Learn practical patterns for software craftsmanship and sane abstraction.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rails Performance Monitoring 101 - A Primer for Junior Developers
Learn essential tools and techniques for identifying and resolving performance issues in Rails applications, focusing on a top-down approach for triaging and scaling viral startups.
A Ruby Community Podcast Live
Live podcast featuring interviews with Ruby community leaders, including Aaron Patterson and Irina Nazarova. Audience participation encouraged through questions and voting for additional guests.
Keynote - Investing in the Ruby Community
Explore how a developer's passion for Ruby led to community investments, featuring insights on Rails, Shopify upgrades, and Ruby VM improvements.
Leading through Change - When Two Cultures Combine
Explore leadership strategies for navigating cultural mergers, fostering collaboration, and driving positive change in diverse organizational environments.
An Imposter's Guide to Growth in Engineering
Explore imposter syndrome in mid to upper-level engineers, learn how it can lead to growth, and discover practical steps to overcome it when facing new challenges.
Hacking Your Emotional API
Explore how emotions impact teamwork and code quality. Learn practical tools for handling emotions, improving cognition, memory, and communication in software development.
The End of Legacy Code
Explore the concept of Eternal Onboarding to transform your perspective on legacy code, eliminating fear and frustration while embracing curiosity and documentation.
Accessible by Default
Learn strategies for making large, existing Rails applications accessible through automated scanning, custom forms, and preview-driven development.
Rails as a Piece of Birthday Cake
Discover how to structure Rails applications using a layered approach for better maintainability, drawing parallels with birthday cakes to illustrate effective strategies for scaling and organizing your codebase.
Rails on Ruby - How Ruby Makes Rails Great
Explore how Ruby's flexibility and metaprogramming empower Rails, enhancing its API and developer experience. Learn to leverage these features in your own Rails applications for increased functionality and efficiency.
Exploring the Power of Turbo Streams and ActionCable
Explore real-time web development with Turbo Streams and ActionCable by building a tic-tac-toe game, suitable for both beginners and advanced coders interested in Hotwire's Turbo.