I think DHH has realized that Rails has a bit of an "image" problem when it comes to new web app development, and this is a way to lay out why Rails remains rel

I think DHH has realized that Rails has a bit of an "image" problem when it comes to new web app development, and this is a way to lay out why Rails remains relevant and even desirable. No doubt some will take exception to some or most of his points, but that's OK. For the rest of us who thrive in continuing to build with and evolve the Rails ecosystem, it feels good to see a renewed focus on communicating just what makes Rails (and Ruby) special and vital.