Sometimes simple ID or Class name selections are not enough. Here we see how a simple .filter() function allows for jQuery code that is both flexible and extendable.
Jquery Selections via Regular Expression
23 May 2016
Development Posts
AngularJS vs Ember.js -- Comparing Apples to Oranges
27 Apr 2016
We are awash in a sea of options for front-end Javascript frameworks. We all want the right tool for the right job, but separating useful information from noise can be tough & choosing the "correct" technology can be a daunting task. In an attempt to not add more fuel to the fire in the everlasting Ember vs. Angular debate, here is a list of some (relatively) unbiased comparisons between two of the most popular JS frameworks that we feel accurately summarize the pros & cons that come along with the tools being used to build modern web applications today.
How We Built Our New Website On Squarespace
18 Apr 2016
Behind the Ruby Gems Curtain
11 Apr 2016
Debugging Gems in a Rails is fun and easy, when Bundler started giving me nonsensical errors I cracked it open to take peek.
Code Watch: Flexbox
8 Apr 2016
Flexbox is the answer to so many frontend developers nightly prayers. It helps with column-based layouts and has a few more tricks up its sleeve. You won't believe the part about content-ordering!
Junior Developer Tips – Which Programming Language Should I Start With?
6 Apr 2016
Why is Ruby On Rails a Good Fit in 2016?
5 Apr 2016
An overview of why we use Ruby on Rails and why it is a good framework for the people we work with.
Rails Hosting Survey 2016
29 Mar 2016
The Rails Hosting Survey is back for the fourth time! This is your opportunity to share your thoughts with the community and gauge current trends in Rails hosting.
Learning D3
29 Mar 2016
I recently had the opportunity to use D3.js for the first time. The learning curve was steep, I was able to produce a series of dynamic charts that I was quite proud of. Here is a summary and brief walkthrough of my learning experience.
Computed Macros in Ember
24 Mar 2016
