Building a solid foundation of test coverage can make a difference in your Rails app upgrade. Here's why, and how to get there.
The Importance of Test Coverage for a Rails Upgrade
2 Nov 2018
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Entries tagged: best practices
6 Questions to Ask a Ruby on Rails Development Company
10 Sep 2018
Are you interviewing Ruby on Rails development companies for your application? Here are six important questions to ask them in the interview process.
8 CSS Strategies for Writing Maintainable, Streamlined Front-End Code
27 Nov 2017
Writing basic CSS is one of the first things you learn as a web developer. But writing CSS that's efficient and maintainable takes a little more practice. Here are 8 guidelines for writing streamlined CSS.
Our Favorite Programming Books for Rails, CSS, and Beyond
1 Aug 2017
While knowledge realms like StackOverflow are invaluable to solving programming issues, there's something to be said for a good coding book that not only teaches you the how, but the why. Here are some of our team's favorite programming books.
Ruby on Rails Code Audits: 8 Steps to Review Your App
6 Jul 2017
Having been a member of the Ruby on Rails community for over 12 years, I’ve seen a lot of application code bases. In this article, I’m going to share eight items that we check on when we begin auditing a code base.
Helpful Resources for Your Rails App Upgrade
12 Jun 2017
Need to upgrade your Rails app? Keep the process smooth and bug-free with these tips, articles, and tools.
Should we upgrade to Rails 5?
24 May 2017
Ruby on Rails version 5.x is out – but is your app up to date? Here are the details on why you should upgrade your Rails app, and some resources to help you get started.
The Complete Guide to Secure Healthcare Websites
22 May 2017
The world of online security is more prominent than ever. In a world of malware, ransomware, and hacking, it's important to keep your website secure. If you're in the healthcare space, we've put together a guide to keep your online patient health information safe. Check it out.
5 Lessons I Learned from my Ruby on Rails Internship at Planet Argon
1 May 2017
Five weeks flew by too quickly! Last Friday, our two interns from Epicodus had their last day with Planet Argon. During their time with our Rails development team, James and Tracie were able to work on real-life applications. On his last day, James put together a list of five things he learned during his Rails internship with Planet Argon. Check them out!
Getting Great Clients: More than Just Luck?
18 Oct 2016
The best clients are the ones that trust our expertise and seek our input on ideas, but aren’t afraid to poke holes when needed. They collaborate on ideas without pushing their needs over those of their users. They also make time when needed. But I’d argue luck has nothing to do with having a great client. Rather, it’s how you enable them to be great. And as a designer, that’s an important part of my role in a project.
