Ruby on Rails 3.1 and Sprockets – A closer look

Ruby on Rails 3.1 uses a new technology called Sprockets to speed JavaScript execution. Sprockets compiles all the features that a Web application uses into a single file, that simplifies work for the developer and quickens the response time of the application. New features to look out for

Asset Pipeline

Asset Pipeline is the principal feature of the release (Ruby on Rails 3.1) . In simple terms it allows proper organization of CSS and JavaScript files. The asset pipeline helps to make it simple to organize and serve your assets.

Combining the pipeline with a well-tuned web and application server means that web sites being blazing fast! Also, browsers will load pages quicker than ever before, specially when used with the asset pipeline, because it’s just one file used throughout the app. Ideally, while the user is navigating through your website, his browser wouldn’t need to load the assets again since it’s cached; so loading time is only experienced at the first visit.

HTTP Streaming

HTTP streaming (Ruby on Rails 3.1 update) helps the server by sending data to the client in chunks. Rather then sending it only when the page has been fully rendered, it sends rendered content as soon as it’s produced.

jQuery is now default

The default JavaScript library for Ruby on Rails has been switched to jQuery. Users can easily change from the previous default library, Prototype, through a single command. Developers shouldn’t notice any difference, and going forward, Ruby on Rails will be able to harness the work being done on this popular library.

These are just some of the new features available to you with Rails 3.1. There’s a lot of other good stuff you can explore. Tell us which of the features listed here would most suite your needs. Happy coding!

Source: CodeWebber

Looking for Ruby on Rails Freelancers? Pros & Cons…

Ruby on Rails has gained outstanding reputation as one of the fastest programming languages known today. Ruby on Rails freelancers use Ruby, with all of its frameworks and libraries  for a web development career because of its focus on clean code, object-oriented syntax, efficient development practices and strong community.

So you may think that you should get on the freelance mode and find a good RoR developer. But, freelancing is not at all an easy task! Not for you, and definitely not for the developer.

It can become a big problem if you are not able to balance the work responsibility you have assigned to the Ruby on Rails freelancers with a clear and precise documentation of the project completed in a stage by stage manner.

At CodeWebber, we hire the best Ruby on Rails developers who are directed by dedicated team leaders and PM’s to make project delivery stage a hassle free transaction. Here are some of the pros and cons of working with a freelance developer

Everything is about time and money!

The biggest and the most obvious advantage of hiring Ruby on Rails freelancers is that, you can save both time and money. There is no hassle of communicating with different people to get your project up and running.

Also, Ruby on Rails freelancers charge much less than a software company. For highly competitive pricing model and best in class quality, try CodeWebber!

Quality of work

While quality is of utmost importance to a Web and Application Development company like CodeWebber, the same cannot be said about Ruby on Rails freelancers, as there is no assurance of quality of work and also there may be problems that may arise due to improper communication at various levels of project cycle.

24/7 availability

Most Ruby on Rails freelancers work at erratic times and according to their whims and fancies. CodeWebber has fixed work hours and all our developers are present during the working hours. All communication channels are carefully streamlined to meet our client’s requirement.

Staffing flexibility

Working with Ruby on Rails freelancers allow employers greater leeway in hiring and letting go of workers, which can be especially advantageous for employers with fluctuating workloads. CodeWebber provides customers the freedom to choose from a multitude of engagement models that are tailor-made according to their needs.

All said, Ruby on Rails freelancers do provide a level of freedom to the client but, selecting and dealing with them requires utmost diligence. With CodeWebber’s agile application development model, developing enterprise apps becomes much more easier and cost efficient for you.

At CodeWebber, we value your business.  Our team of experts are waiting for your query. CONTACT US!

Source: CodeWebber