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Episode #565
Learn about Ruby's method introspection features while re-creating JavaScript's parameter destructuring. Join guest chef Brandon Weaver for this mind- and language-expanding episode!
Use “barewords” to embrace the true power of late-binding in Ruby
In the most fan-favorite RubyTapas episode of all time, you'll learn how using "barewords" is a powerful tool for decoupling names from the sources of information.
Episode #494: Special Variables Part 4: Speak English!
Now that you've learned how to obfuscate your code with Perl-style special variables, learn how to make it readable again!
Episode #493: Special Variables Part 3: Regex Matching
Learn about one final category of Ruby's Perl-style special variables, and some guidelines for using them.
Episode #492: Special Variables Part 2: I/O
Learn about Ruby's Perl-style I/O special variables, and why they exist.
Episode #483: Extract Default to Method
Some pointers on making your Ruby parameter defaults self-documenting.
Episode #467: Class Variable
An in-depth guide to Ruby class variables, and when to use them.
Understanding Ruby Thread-Local Variables
Global settings can cause havoc when threads are introduced. Learn when and how to use Ruby's thread-local variables instead.