Chris Oliver

Rails Business

Rails Business
Chris Oliver
Aug 28, 2025 Episode 16

In this episode, the hosts welcome Chris Oliver, a prominent figure in the Rails community, known for his work on numerous projects including GoRails, Hatchbox, and Jumpstart Pro to name a few. Chris shares his programming origin story, his academic journey and numerous early projects, explaining how he transitioned from Python to Rails. He recounts his experiences starting GoRails, managing multiple projects, and the challenges faced with Hatchbox. Chris elaborates on the impact of AI on the programming landscape and its potential risks and benefits. He offers advice to aspiring developers and reflects on his journey of self-driven learning and continuous improvement.

LINKS

- Chris's X/Twitter

- GoRails

- Ryan's Website

- Brendan's X/Twitter

- Brendan's Bluesky

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