Language features, syntax, and gotchas.
Category: Language
Episode #626
Numbered Parameters
In a language full of expressive little shorthands, it's time to meet a new idiom! This one makes simple blocks even more concise.
Episode #622
Send Variations
Sometimes you need to invoke a method whose name you won't know until runtime. In this episode, you'll learn the differences between #send, #public_send, and #send, gotchas of using them, …
Episode #617
Function Pipelining in Ruby
Have you ever looked at function "pipelines" in FP languages like Elixir and F# and wished Ruby had them? Let's explore the equivalents Ruby provides out-of-box, or with a little …
Episode #613
Pattern Matching
In today’s RubyTapas episode, guest chef Jordan Raine will show you a practical application of the new pattern-matching case statements in Ruby 2.7. Enjoy!
Episode #608
Composed Regex
Regular expressions can quickly grow to be large, dense, and impenetrable. In today’s episode you’ll learn how Ruby helps you compose them out of smaller, manageable pieces!
Episode #604
Extended Regex Syntax
Regular expressions are sometimes accused of being a write-only language. Learn how to clarify your patterns with Ruby's extended regex syntax!
Episode #603
Function Composition Operators
Ruby's support for functional programming has expanded and matured. Join guest chef Devon Estes and learn to use some features added in Ruby 2.6 to quickly and concisely compose functions …
Episode #602
Module Builder Pattern – Part 2
Join guest Chris Salzberg as he demonstrates how to implement a foundational Ruby metaprogramming technique: the Module Builder pattern.
Episode #601
Module Builder Pattern – Part 1
Love it or hate it, metaprogramming is an undeniable part of Ruby programming lore and culture. In part one of two, join guest chef Chriz Salzberg in exploring how how …