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The only problem I see with rails is that it's hard to find devs these days (at least in Europe). Even if they could learn Rails for that project, many I've spo
by dx034 7y ago
The only problem I see with rails is that it's hard to find devs these days (at least in Europe). Even if they could learn Rails for that project, many I've spoken to wouldn't want to take a job where Rails is required. I just witnessed a project switching from rails to React (for the frontend) because they just couldn't get enough good people willing to use Rails.
- strzibny 7y agoI heard this before, but when we tried to find a React dev for the front-end part we couldn't find any either. There are more JS devs for sure, but you also compete with literally everybody for talent.
- zhdc1 7y agoI kind of get the impression that there is a glut of developers who know/are learning React and a glut of companies that are having trouble finding someone willing or able to use React (at least where I'm located).
- tomclive 7y agoThat's interesting. This year, for the first time, I've been working with Rails. It wasn't my choice but I've really enjoyed it. A lot just makes sense and it's been so quick to get things from idea to code.
- dx034 7y agoI don't think devs hesitate because Rails (or Ruby in general) isn't good, they hesitate because they hope to gain more relevant experience by working with JS frameworks. But again, that's just my experience, it may differ for other companies and/or regions.
- Bombthecat 7y agoRails isn't enough enterprisey (in my opinion..) no firm ever considers rails.. (note, I love rails!)
- deepsun 7y agoHave you tried paying more?
- kareemm 7y ago> The only problem I see with rails is that it's hard to find devs these days (at least in Europe). If you need a contractor to help with a Rails project drop me a line (my email's in my profile). Been working with Rails since 2.x days. Not in Europe tho I'm GMT-4.