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Packaging Ruby Code with RubyGems

by Anthony Alampi

This course will teach you best practices for creating and maintaining your own Ruby gems.

What you'll learn

In this course, Packaging Ruby Code with RubyGems, you’ll learn to create, manage, and distribute your own RubyGems, essential tools for streamlined and collaborative coding.

First, you’ll explore the fundamental concepts of RubyGems and the initial setup for developing a gem. Next, you’ll discover how to build and document your gem, focusing on creating the 'String Enhancer' gem with practical, hands-on experience. Finally, you’ll learn how to implement testing, versioning, and distribution strategies, ensuring your gem is robust, maintainable, and easily accessible to the Ruby community.

When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of RubyGem development needed to effectively enhance coding efficiency and contribute valuable tools to the Ruby ecosystem.

About the author

I'm Anthony Alampi, an interactive designer and developer living in Houston, Texas. I'm a former professional video game developer and current design consultancy owner with over 17 years of programming experience and over 9 years of design experience. User-centric design is my passion, and I believe that when users come first, they come back! About My Company: X Factor Consultants is a digital design and consulting company based in The Woodlands, Texas. Our cross-disciplinary team consists of... more

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