Reading Rails: A Visual Walkthrough of the Source Code
Ratnadeep Deshmane • Boulder, CO • Talk

Date: October 06, 2025
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Want to contribute to Rails or simply understand its internals without getting lost in the vast codebase? This talk provides a guided tour into the Rails source code. We'll visually map key components (like Active Record, Action Pack) and explore how they are connected, offering practical starting points for navigating the code yourself. Learn how major framework pieces interact by looking at relevant source snippets (explained clearly, no deep dives required). Build a strong mental model, enhance your debugging skills, and gain the confidence to explore the Rails source. Aimed at Rails devs ready to look under the hood. Finally, we'll touch upon how modern AI assistants can supplement your exploration, helping to navigate and summarize complex sections of the Rails source code.

Rocky Mountain Ruby 2025