Ruby on Rails
Convention-over-configuration framework for rapid web development.
Ruby on Rails (Rails) is a server-side web application framework written in Ruby. It follows the convention-over-configuration philosophy, making strong assumptions about the best way to do things so developers can write less code. Rails powers GitHub, Shopify, Basecamp, Airbnb, and Twitch.
We use Rails for projects where rapid development speed is the top priority, particularly for startups building MVPs and businesses that need to validate ideas quickly. Rails' conventions mean less time spent on decisions and more time building features.
What we use it for
- Startup MVPs and rapid prototypes
- E-commerce platforms (Shopify ecosystem)
- Content management systems
- Marketplace applications
- API-only backends for mobile apps
- Legacy Rails application modernization
What it gives us
- Convention Over ConfigurationSensible defaults reduce the number of decisions developers need to make, speeding up development.
- Active Record ORMIntuitive database interaction with model associations, validations, and migrations built in.
- Scaffolding & GeneratorsGenerate models, controllers, views, and tests from the command line for rapid feature development.
- Hotwire & TurboModern approach to building fast, interactive applications with minimal JavaScript using server-rendered HTML.
Questions we get asked
Is Ruby on Rails still relevant?
Is Rails good for startups?
Can Rails scale?
Rails vs Node.js, which is better?
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