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How do I parse JSON with Ruby on Rails?
# How to Parse JSON with Ruby on Rails ššš JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a popular data format used for transmitting and storing data. It's widely used in web development, including Ruby on Rails applications. In this post, we'll explore how to
Rails Root directory path?
š **Navigating the Rails Root Directory Path Like a Pro** š Have you ever found yourself wandering through the intricate world of Rails, desperately seeking the path to your app's root directory? Fear not, my tech-savvy friend! In this blog post, I'll e
PG::ConnectionBad - could not connect to server: Connection refused
## š PG::ConnectionBad - could not connect to server: Connection refused Are you seeing this error message when trying to run your Rails 4.0 server? Don't worry, I'm here to help you get your server up and running smoothly. Let's dive into the common iss
Using fonts with Rails asset pipeline
# Using Fonts with Rails Asset Pipeline Are you having trouble using fonts in your Rails application? Can't seem to get the font files to be found by the asset pipeline? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this blog post, we'll address common issues wh
How to find where a method is defined at runtime?
š How to Find Where a Method is Defined at Runtime? Have you ever encountered a situation where a method in your codebase was causing issues, but you couldn't pinpoint where it was defined? š« We recently faced a similar problem in our backend process, a
What is the best method of handling currency/money?
ššø The Best Way to Handle Currency in Your Shopping Cart System š° Are you building a shopping cart system and struggling with displaying prices that include both Euros and cents in your views? Don't worry, you're not alone! Many developers face this ch
Rails: Check output of path helper from console
# Digging into Rails: Check output of path helper from console š Are you a Rails developer struggling to keep track of what URL a certain helper function will generate? š¤ Don't worry, we've got you covered! š In this blog post, we'll explore a common q
How to define custom configuration variables in Rails?
# How to Define Custom Configuration Variables in Rails Are you struggling with adding custom configuration variables to your Rails application? Don't worry, I've got you covered! In this blog post, I'll guide you through the process of defining custom co
@ variables in Ruby on Rails
š **Understanding Variables in Ruby on Rails: A Beginner's Guide** š Introduction: So, you're diving into the amazing world of Ruby on Rails and stumbling upon the concept of variables. "What's the difference between `@title` and `title`?" you ask. Fear
Rails: How to run `rails generate scaffold` when the model already exists?
## Rails: How to Run `rails generate scaffold` When the Model Already Exists š„ Oh no! You're new to Rails and you realized you should have generated your "Movie" model using `rails generate scaffold` for the full suite of features. Don't worry, we've got