RailsConf 2025 will be the final RailsConf. Let's talk and share our experiences from attending RailsConf over the years and being part of the Ruby on Rails community.
Latest episodes
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27 min
The End
Send us a textIn this final episode of Ode to RailsConf, I pull back the curtain to share why I'm concluding the podcast and how this journey has profoundly changed me both profess…
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43 min
The Ruby Podcast Panel at RailsConf 2025
Send us a textDrew Bragg, Stephanie Minn, and Chris Oliver join me at RailsConf 2025 for a panel discussion, discussing topics that were submitted prior to the conference, and then…
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23 min
Joe Leo
Send us a textJoe Leo shares his journey as a Ruby developer and how the Ruby community's welcoming and collaborative spirit drew him back after working with other languages. He in…
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20 min
Marco Roth
Send us a textMarco Roth joins us to discuss his journey in the Ruby and Rails ecosystem over the past decade, focusing on developer tooling and open-source contributions in the Ho…
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36 min
Alan Ridlehoover
Send us a textAlan Ridlehoover shares his perspective as both a longtime Ruby developer and conference sponsor, reflecting on the evolving Ruby conference landscape and strategies…
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29 min
Irina Nazarova
Send us a textIrina Nazarova, head of Evil Martians, shares insights on Rails' enduring value in the startup ecosystem and her journey from Rails user to keynote speaker and commun…
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21 min
Erin Pintozzi
Send us a textDavid Hill chats with Erin Pintozzi about her journey from anxious first-time attendee to mentor and guide in the Ruby conference community. They explore the Scholar…
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18 min
Shan Cureton
Send us a textWe welcome Shan Cureton, Ruby Central's new Executive Director, who shares her entrepreneurial background and vision for the organization's future. Shan brings fresh…
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29 min
Bekki Freeman and Spike Ilacqua
Send us a textRocky Mountain Ruby Conference organizers Spike Ilaqua and Becky Freeman share how they revived this regional event and why smaller tech conferences create uniquely v…
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24 min
The Return of Marty Haught
Send us a textMarty Haught, Director of Open Source at Ruby Central, shares insights on securing the Ruby ecosystem and the evolution of community spaces at tech conferences.• Ruby…
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46 min
The Return of Chris Oliver
Send us a textChris Oliver joins us to discuss his experience co-chairing the final RailsConf and provides a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to organize a major tech confer…
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23 min
Aryn Chapman
Send us a textAryn Chapman joins us to discuss the vibrant journey of planning RailsConf, highlighting the dynamic collaboration with Ruby Central. She provides an insider's perspe…
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18 min
Aji Slater
Send us a textA heartfelt discussion unfolds as we reflect on the significance of RailsConf and what it represents within the Ruby community. Aji shares his journey from a first-ti…
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21 min
Rhiannon Payne
Send us a textA heartfelt look back at the RailsConf community and Rhiannon Payne’s journey from an enthusiastic attendee to the marketing director at Ruby Central. We explore the…
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15 min
Jim Remsik
Send us a textWe dive into the heartfelt experiences of Jim Remsick in the Ruby community, exploring the intricate world of conference organization and the importance of authentic…
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24 min
Fable Tales
Send us a textA joyful journey through decades of RailsConf experiences highlighted the importance of community within the Ruby ecosystem. Memories of past conferences, along with…
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28 min
Ally Vogel
Send us a textThis episode features an enlightening conversation with Allie Vogel, the operations manager at Ruby Central. We explore how community engagement fuels the Ruby ecosys…
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23 min
Freedom Dumlao
Send us a textA journey of technology transformation unfolds as Freedom Dumlao shares his experience migrating from Java to Ruby on Rails amidst the pressure of RailsConf. Highligh…
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26 min
Michelle Yuen
Send us a textThis episode explores the transformative experiences of Michelle Yuen at RailsConf, discussing her journey from being a scholar to a guide. We delve into the importan…
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25 min
Sarah Mei
Send us a textThis episode explores the profound impact of RailsConf through personal anecdotes and reflections shared by Sarah Mei, a long-standing member of the Ruby community. W…