Ever since its launch in 2004, Ruby on Rails (Ror) has been a favorite framework for web development. Its reliability, speed, and community have helped RoR in achieving that status, and those are the features that still turn it into an essential tool for web developers across the board. And while Rails might not enjoy the popularity it once had, there are plenty of Ruby development companies that still bet on it for their projects.
Ruby development companies are the ones that have the expertise and experience to leverage Ruby’s multiple features and tools, especially Ruby on Rails, to develop high-performing websites, web portals, and web applications. They have seasoned Ruby developers to tackle any RoR project and offer results aligned with the business needs and goals of any company in any industry.
Which Companies Use Ruby on Rails?
Countless companies have used Ruby on Rails over the years. From humble startups to huge enterprises, there are examples of RoR users in virtually every industry out there. That means that Ruby on Rails is a tried and tested framework that can surely meet your requirements and needs.
Here are some examples of companies that use or have used Ruby on Rails for their web applications:
One of the biggest social media platforms in the world is one of the most renowned Ruby on Rails sites. While RoR use isn’t as prominent as when Twitter first started, it still powers the site’s backend.
Shopify
The successful e-commerce platform that offers easy-to-customize e-shops also uses RoR to support a backend that handles thousands of requests per second.
GitHub
Arguably the most popular software hosting platform in the world, GitHub has scaled and grown using Ruby as its main language and RoR as the framework to work with it.
Airbnb
The online marketplace that offers mainly homestays for vacation rentals also relies on Ruby on Rails for its backend, in combination with other, more modern technologies and libraries.
Hulu
The video streaming platform might not be the biggest out there, but it sure has gotten more popular in recent years. That means that Hulu’s platform had to go through a massive escalation process, most of which used RoR to come to fruition.
Basecamp
RoR’s creator took part in developing Basecamp, one of the world’s most in-demand project management platforms. Since its inception, the platform has used Rails to support its growth, a task that it has executed flawlessly.
Kickstarter
The funding platform has successfully supported thousands of ideas since its launch, and it’ll continue to do so in the future, thanks to the solid foundations provided by Ruby on Rails.
Twitch
The platform that’s become synonymous with live video streaming also uses Rails for its backend. Thanks to that, Twitch is able to serve millions of users a month without glitches or disruptions.
What Is a Ruby on Rails Outsourcing Company?
A Ruby on Rails outsourcing company is a specific type of RoR development firm, as its goal is to provide its Rails know-how and talent to businesses that need them to complete their web development projects. In other words, any business facing a Ruby on Rails development project can partner with an RoR outsourcing company to get help with the work ahead.
Typically, Ruby on Rails outsourcing companies offer different engagement models to meet all needs. At BairesDev, we offer 3 distinct models that suit most needs:
Staff Augmentation
We provide you with RoR developers to extend your own team and help you get to your web development goals.
Delivery Teams
We build an RoR team tailored to your needs and objectives and autonomously work alongside you to complete the project.
Full-cycle Development
We gather the perfect RoR team and take care of the entire development process with minimal involvement from you.
How To Choose a Ruby Development Company
At first sight, choosing the right Ruby development company might seem fairly easy. You research companies a little bit, shortlist the ones that have the best reputation and portfolio, and then take your budget into account to make the final choice. In reality, things are a little more complicated than that.
If you truly want the best Ruby development company out there, you need to go through the following steps:
Define your project’s requirements and scope
Before going out to look for a Ruby development company, you need to understand the project ahead. By knowing your project’s needs, goals, budget, and deadlines, you’ll have a better shot at connecting with a company able to give you what you need.
Research the companies and create a shortlist
After understanding your project, it’s time to browse the internet to create a short list of Ruby development companies that might suit your needs. Aspects to consider when creating the list include experience within your industry, availability of social proof, and service flexibility.
Define a development methodology and process
Armed with your shortlist, it’s time to talk to the candidates to see what they can offer. One of the most important things of this initial conversation is to hear how those Ruby companies approach development. Here, you need to identify which methodology and process are best suited to your project, something a good Ruby development company should help you achieve.
Analyze your shortlist’s reputation
In other words, check their past work, read reviews, watch video testimonials, and even talk to past clients to see whether the companies were able to meet their clients’ needs.
Factor in your budget and decide
With all the information gathered in the steps above, you should be ready to make a final decision. But before doing that, think about your budget. While you should have established a budget in the first step, here’s when you can make certain compromises. For instance, if a company feels like a perfect fit for you but it’s a little over your budget, you might talk to them to see how you can make it all work. Just remember: don’t go with the cheapest option just to spend less. Cost is just another factor, so don’t base your decision solely on it.
BairesDev: A Ruby Development Company
BairesDev has the expertise and experience to tackle your Ruby on Rails projects. Our teams are composed of highly skilled RoR developers with cross-industry experience that can add value to your Ruby projects, whatever they might be. It doesn’t matter if you want a new feature for an existing web platform, an update for an entire website, or a whole new web application—BairesDev has the talent and experience you need to succeed.
Ruby on Rails Consulting Services
Having worked with so many clients across industries in multiple Ruby on Rails development projects, the BairesDev team has amassed enough experience to guide you through your own RoR-related ideas. Even if you don’t need us to develop your Ruby solution, we can still assist you in a more strategic way via our Ruby on Rails consulting services.
Some of the things our RoR consultants can help you with include:
- Designing and strategizing about upcoming RoR projects
- Defining a detailed roadmap for your Ruby ideas
- Analyzing your development process and identifying improvement opportunities
- Assessing any existing RoR solutions to detect and fix issues
- Supporting an update or expansion of an existing RoR application
- Training your in-house team on RoR
Our consulting approach is akin to a partnership. We believe that you can achieve the best results through a continuous upgrade process in which BairesDev can be key, providing value not just in specific development phases but also in a sustained development effort over time.
Ruby on Rails Projects
BairesDev’s portfolio of Ruby on Rails projects speaks more than any claim we can express. We have worked with multiple companies across industries, leveraging RoR to offer them superior web development services. The result? Ruby-based solutions that display superb performance and high efficiency.
