Ruby 2 Fundamentals from Pluralsight

This course is designed to give you everything you need to start developing software in Ruby quickly.

Ruby is a dynamic, thoroughly object oriented programming language with a focus on developer happiness and productivity.

This

is designed to give you everything you need to start developing software in Ruby quickly.

Ruby is a general purpose, object-oriented programming language. It is open-sourced, dynamic, and focuses on simplicity and productivity.

Ruby is used mostly for building web applications, but can also help with data analysis, prototyping, and much more. It is comparable to Python or JavaScript in several respects.

Compared to several other programming languages, Ruby is pretty easy to learn. If you are already familiar with another similar programming language it will be even easier to pick up. Ruby is also easily readable and expressive.

You will learn everything you need to start developing software in Ruby, including:

There are no strict prerequisites to this course! However, if you have some experience or proficiency in another programming language (Python, JavaScript, C#), it may reduce the learning curve.

This course is for anyone who wants to start learning the Ruby programming language and developing web applications and software!

This Ruby tutorial has a run time of 3 hours and 43 minutes. There are options to speed up or slow down the playback speed through Pluralsight's platform, so you can adjust it to your preference.

What's inside

Syllabus

An Introduction to Ruby

Classes and Objects

Flow Control

Standard Types

Methods in Depth

More Ruby Tools: Blocks, Constants, Modules

Putting Ruby to Work

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches the fundamentals of Ruby, making it suitable for beginners

Focuses on developer productivity and efficiency, aligning with Ruby's design principles

Covers a comprehensive range of topics, including classes, objects, and more, providing a solid foundation

Taught by Alex Korban, an experienced instructor in the field

Utilizes a concise and accessible format, making it suitable for self-paced learning

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Ruby 2 Fundamentals with these activities:

Volunteer at a tech-related non-profit

Show steps

Volunteering at a tech-related non-profit can provide you with practical experience and opportunities to use your Ruby skills for a good cause

Show steps

Identify a tech-related non-profit organization that aligns with your interests
Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities
Use your Ruby skills to assist with projects or initiatives

Review object-oriented programming concepts

Show steps

Reviewing object-oriented programming will replenish your memory of the basics before the course begins

Browse courses on Object-Oriented Programming

Show steps

Review your notes from a previous OOP course or workshop
Complete practice problems on inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation

Complete Ruby on Rails tutorials

Show steps

Following guided tutorials can solidify your knowledge of Ruby on Rails and prepare you for building web applications

Browse courses on Ruby on Rails

Show steps

Follow a Rails tutorial series from a reputable source
Build a simple web application using the concepts you learned

Four other activities

Expand to see all activities and additional details

Show all seven activities

Solve Ruby coding problems

Show steps

Solving Ruby coding problems can fine-tune your coding skills and help you master the language

Browse courses on Problem-Solving

Show steps

Sign up for a coding challenge website like LeetCode or HackerRank
Start with easy problems and gradually progress to more challenging ones

Write a blog post about Ruby basics

Show steps

Creating a blog post can help you solidify your understanding of Ruby basics and share your knowledge with others

Show steps

Choose a topic related to Ruby basics
Research and gather information from credible sources
Write a clear and concise blog post outlining the topic

Mentor a new Ruby learner

Show steps

Mentoring a new Ruby learner can strengthen your understanding of the language and its concepts while helping others

Show steps

Connect with a new Ruby learner who needs guidance
Provide support and guidance on Ruby programming concepts
Review their code and provide constructive feedback

Contribute to a Ruby open-source project

Show steps

Contributing to an open-source project can expose you to real-world Ruby coding and development practices

Browse courses on Collaborative Development

Show steps

Identify a Ruby open-source project that aligns with your interests
Review the project's documentation and contribution guidelines
Find a suitable issue or feature to work on

Career center

Learners who complete Ruby 2 Fundamentals will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Web Developer

Web Developers create, update, and manage websites and web applications, which makes this course an ideal primer. Ruby is a popular programming language for web development due to its versatility and ease of learning. This course provides the foundation for building web applications using Ruby, including topics such as classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also covers Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules, which are essential for understanding how Ruby works.

See salaries and explore the career path for Web Developer

Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain software systems, making this course a great starting point. Ruby is a versatile language used in various software development projects. This course covers the fundamentals of Ruby, from classes and objects to flow control and standard types. It provides a solid foundation for building software applications using Ruby.

See salaries and explore the career path for Software Engineer

Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret data. This course can be a helpful introduction to data analysis using Ruby. Ruby has become increasingly popular for data analysis due to its powerful data processing libraries. This course covers standard types, methods, and Ruby tools like blocks and modules. These concepts are essential for working with data in Ruby.

See salaries and explore the career path for Data Analyst

Data Scientist

Data Scientists use scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data. This course is an excellent introduction to Ruby for aspiring Data Scientists. Ruby is used for data science tasks like data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling. This course covers classes and objects, flow control, and more, providing a foundation for understanding how Ruby can be used in data science.

See salaries and explore the career path for Data Scientist

Web Designer

Web Designers create the look and feel of websites and web applications, which often includes using Ruby for back-end functionality. This course provides a solid foundation for understanding Ruby, including topics like classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also covers Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules, which are essential for working with Ruby in web design.

See salaries and explore the career path for Web Designer

Quality Assurance Analyst

Quality Assurance Analysts test and evaluate software products to ensure they meet requirements. This course can be a helpful introduction to Ruby for aspiring Quality Assurance Analysts. Ruby is often used in automated testing frameworks, and this course covers the fundamentals of Ruby, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also provides an understanding of Ruby tools like blocks and modules, which are essential for writing robust tests.

See salaries and explore the career path for Quality Assurance Analyst

Product Manager

Product Managers oversee the development and launch of software products. This course may be helpful for Product Managers who want to understand the technical aspects of Ruby-based products. It covers the fundamentals of Ruby, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also provides an overview of Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules, which are essential for understanding how Ruby is used in software development.

See salaries and explore the career path for Product Manager

IT Manager

IT Managers plan, organize, and direct the effective use of information technology within an organization. This course can provide IT Managers with a basic understanding of Ruby. Ruby is becoming increasingly popular in various IT projects, and this course covers the fundamentals, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also introduces Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules.

See salaries and explore the career path for IT Manager

Technical Writer

Technical Writers create documentation for software products. This course may be helpful for Technical Writers who need to understand the technical aspects of Ruby-based products. It covers the fundamentals of Ruby, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also provides an overview of Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules, which are essential for understanding how Ruby is used in software development.

See salaries and explore the career path for Technical Writer

Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts study the needs of organizations and design computer systems to meet those needs. This course can provide Systems Analysts with a basic understanding of Ruby. Ruby is increasingly used in various IT projects, and this course covers the fundamentals, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also introduces Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules.

See salaries and explore the career path for Systems Analyst

Network Architect

Network Architects design, build, and maintain computer networks. This course may be marginally helpful for Network Architects who are interested in using Ruby for network automation or management. Ruby is occasionally used in these areas, and this course covers the fundamentals of the language, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also introduces Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules.

See salaries and explore the career path for Network Architect

Database Administrator

Database Administrators maintain and manage databases. This course may be marginally helpful for Database Administrators who are interested in using Ruby for database management or administration. Ruby is sometimes used in these areas, and this course covers the fundamentals of the language, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also introduces Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules.

See salaries and explore the career path for Database Administrator

Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts protect computer systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course may be marginally helpful for Information Security Analysts who are interested in using Ruby for security-related tasks. Ruby is occasionally used in these areas, and this course covers the fundamentals of the language, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also introduces Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules.

See salaries and explore the career path for Information Security Analyst

Computer Programmer

Computer Programmers write and maintain computer programs. This course provides an excellent foundation for Computer Programmers who want to learn Ruby. Ruby is a versatile language used in various programming tasks, and this course covers the fundamentals, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also introduces Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules, which are essential for writing robust and efficient code.

See salaries and explore the career path for Computer Programmer

Software Architect

Software Architects design and build software systems. This course may be marginally helpful for Software Architects who are interested in using Ruby for software architecture or design. Ruby is sometimes used in these areas, and this course covers the fundamentals of the language, including classes and objects, flow control, and methods. It also introduces Ruby tools like blocks, constants, and modules.

See salaries and explore the career path for Software Architect