Gain real-world experience with Ruby on Rails in this interactive virtual course. From configuring routes to designing web applications, you’ll create reliable, efficient solutions using up-to-date Ruby development tools and techniques.
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Course overview
Take control of web development with Rails
In this hands-on two-day course you’ll learn to build and manage applications using Rails. Discover how to apply REST and MVC principles to organise data, streamline user interfaces and deliver reliable scalable solutions for real-world projects.
Learning objectives
- Use RESTful methods to structure applications
- Navigate Rails’ MVC design pattern
- Create and deploy functional Rails apps
- Implement scaffolding for rapid prototyping
- Develop controllers, views and models
- Integrate validations and associations
- Apply database migrations using ActiveRecord
- Customise app behaviour with routes and forms
- Build applications from concept to working product
- Maintain projects following Rails best practices
What you’ll learn
You’ll develop the capability to plan, structure, and implement Rails-based projects from the ground up. You’ll work with models, views, and controllers, apply routing conventions, and use scaffolding with SQLite3 to deliver applications that are both efficient and straightforward to maintain.
Getting started with Rails
Discover how to install and set up a Rails environment on your system, understand folder structure, and prepare your project to follow Rails' conventions for cleaner, efficient development. You’ll explore how Rails uses predefined structures to streamline workflows and how to configure essential components like RubyGems and the Rails server.
Working with ActiveRecord
Master the ActiveRecord ORM for database management. Learn to write and apply migrations, set up model associations, and enforce data rules through validations to ensure application integrity. You'll also learn best practices for interacting with your database, retrieving data efficiently, and maintaining consistency across evolving schema designs.
Building user interfaces with Rails
Use ActionView and embedded Ruby to render HTML and create dynamic, responsive templates. Explore how to build forms, reuse components, and apply partials for clean front-end logic. This module focuses on connecting the back end to the user interface, giving you the tools to create seamless user experiences in a structured Rails environment.
Prototyping with scaffolding
Learn how to leverage scaffolding to prototype applications quickly. Understand what’s auto-generated, how to adapt scaffold code to fit specific needs, and how to use built-in tools like the Rails server and routing helpers. By working through a full application prototype, you'll gain confidence in adjusting core files and introducing business logic to meet your project's goals.
What’s included
- Interactive two-day virtual training sessions
- Guidance from professional Rails practitioners
- Hands-on exercises in live lab environments
- Downloadable digital learning resources
- A certificate issued on successful completion
Key facts
Ideal for
IT professionals and software engineers seeking hands-on Rails experience for full-stack or backend development roles.
Prerequisites
A basic understanding of Ruby or completion of our Ruby Programming course is recommended.
Learning experience
Our experienced trainers and interactive labs create a focused, practical environment – so you can put theory into practice from day one.
FAQs
Develop the skills and knowledge to design, build, and maintain reliable, scalable Ruby on Rails applications in this practical, instructor-led course.
What’s the difference between Ruby and Rails?
Ruby is a programming language used for writing code, while Ruby on Rails (often just called “Rails”) is a web application framework built with Ruby. Rails provides structure, tools, and conventions that make it faster and easier to develop robust, maintainable web applications.
Will this course help me apply Rails at work?
Absolutely. This task-focused course includes practical exercises and a real project, giving you the confidence and skills to use Rails effectively in your workplace and contribute to live development projects.
How does this course help me transition from frontend to full-stack development?
This course bridges the gap by equipping you with backend skills in Rails. You'll learn to manage data, build APIs, and integrate frontend elements with server-side logic - key components in full-stack roles.
Is this course suitable for someone returning to development after a break?
Yes. The structured, hands-on format is ideal for re-familiarising yourself with development practices. If you’ve used Ruby before, this course will help you refresh and extend your skills in a current framework.
Is Ruby on Rails good for beginners in web development?
While Rails is accessible to beginners, this course is aimed at developers with some coding experience, ideally in Ruby. Its conventions and built-in tools can make it easier to learn compared to starting from scratch with other frameworks.
What our customers say
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