Sick of environment inconsistencies causing problems in your Ruby-on-Rails projects? Docker and VSCode Dev Containers let you create a perfectly reproducible and consistent development environment.
Even if you’ve never used Docker before you’ll be surprised how easy it is to get started. No more worrying about messy dependencies or “it works on my machine” issues. Dev Containers lets you create a perfect sandbox for your Ruby-on-Rails projects.
Ready to see it in action? Check out this quick tutorial on Dockerizing a Rails app with Dev Containers in VSCode:
You’ll learn how to:
Set up a new Rails project inside a Docker container.
Easily connect your app to a MySQL database (runs as docker container).
Optimize your setup for both development and production.
Code and test your app entirely within VSCode and Docker Desktop
Why use Docker and Dev Containers for Rails?
Consistency: Everyone on your team has the same environment, making collaboration a breeze.
Reproducibility: If something breaks, you can recreate your setup in seconds.
Portability: Take your project anywhere without having to re-install anything.
Isolation: Keep your main system clean and tidy.
I hope this tutorial helps you take your Rails development to the next level. It’s a fantastic way to boost your productivity and make your coding life easier.
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