The Success of Ruby on Rails

Explore the evolution and impact of Ruby on Rails in this keynote address from RailsConf 2022. Delve into the history of Rails, its governance structure, and the importance of community contributions. Learn about the speaker's personal journey with Rails and discover why investing in the framework is crucial. Gain insights on how to contribute effectively, understand the challenges of securing leadership support, and uncover compelling reasons for continued investment in Rails. This talk offers valuable perspectives for both seasoned developers and newcomers to the Rails ecosystem.

Intro
The History of Rails
Rails Governance Structure
Triage issues, review PRs, nurture contributors
My History of Rails
Why I work on Rails
Investing in Rails.
How to contribute to Rails
Why leaders don't fund
How to convince leadership.
Why invest in Rails?