That I can agree with. I've been using rails since version 0.9, and my predisposition is to use as few gems as possible. Managed properly, rails and ecosystem

That I can agree with. I've been using rails since version 0.9, and my predisposition is to use as few gems as possible. Managed properly, rails and ecosystem churn is manageable. Managed poorly, it becomes reasonable to bring in an expert to repair your neglect. But it's definitely true that rails culture doesn't make itself easy to manage.