When creating API’s, you want to make it so people can easily make remote requests and in return be given well structured data. Here I discuss why Rails to_json and to_xml methods don’t quite cut it, and what to do instead.
Tagged: rails json, rails xml, Ruby on Rails, xml to jsonHow to be an Independent Contractor in Australia
Having entered the real world of work, taxes and responsibility as an independent contractor (web developer), I thought I should consolidate my knowledge of the topic in a post. Hopefully it will help other newcomers.
What is Ruby on Rails?
We know Ruby on Rails has something to do with building web applications, but what is it really? Here I give my view of what Rails really is.
Tagged: Ruby on RailsKeeping up with technology – The tools for a web application 2011
My first year as a developer has taught me one thing – you have to stay on your feet to compete. With new technology coming out all the time, you can’t become complacent with your current knowledge and disregard these fancy new ways of doing things.
Tagged: backbone.js, coffeescript, knockoutjs, node.js, rails, web application, web toolsRuby on Rails 3 Testing – Getting into the Groove 2
If you haven’t done so, I suggest reading part 1 before this post.
Previously we had begun our cucumber testing through creating a scenario:
Tagged: cucumber, rails 3, rails 3 testing, rspec, Ruby on Rails