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What does "Ruby" mean in programming?
Ruby is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A dynamically typed, interpreted language designed for developer happiness and productivity. Best known for the Ruby on Rails web framework, which popularised convention-over-configuration. Widely used in startups and for rapid prototyping.
Example
"The prototype was built in Ruby on Rails in two weeks, which let us validate the idea before investing in a more scalable stack."
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