Rails eager_load, joins and includes - when to use what

Rails eager_load, joins and includes - when to use what

Rails eager_load, includes, preload, and joins each fight slow queries differently: LEFT OUTER JOIN versus separate queries, how includes picks its strategy, and when a plain joins is enough. Clear examples showing which loading method to choose for each situation.

Ruby in browser via WebAssembly

Ruby in browser via WebAssembly

Ruby 3.2 runs in the browser through WebAssembly: embed Ruby in a script tag with ruby-wasm-wasi or drive the Ruby VM from JavaScript and mix it with HTML. Working examples plus honest limits: no threading or networking, and no extra gems without a custom wasm image.

Solutions for const and enums per class in Ruby

Solutions for const and enums per class in Ruby

Three ways to define constants and enums per class in Ruby: the ActiveRecord enum macro, a mixed style combining frozen constants with enum, and a dependency-free PORO version. Code for each solution and a comparison to help you pick the right one.

Factory Pattern with auto-detecting classes in Ruby

Factory Pattern with auto-detecting classes in Ruby

The Factory Pattern in Ruby, then a step further: using naming conventions and regular expressions so the factory auto-detects which notification class to instantiate. Complete code for both versions, plus when strict class listing is the safer choice.

Map vs WeakMap in practice

Map vs WeakMap in practice

Map vs WeakMap in JavaScript comes down to keys and memory: WeakMap only accepts object keys and lets garbage collection reclaim unused entries, while Map holds onto everything. Differences, similarities, and practical guidance on when each one is the right choice.