Reading Roundup: Simple Fixes, Rails Credentials, Action Cable, Token Efficiency, and Cloudflare Tunnels
Hi folks,
Here’s a short roundup of articles I read this week. Quick takeaways below so you can scan fast and dive deeper where it helps.
Articles
How a 20 Dollar Mirror Solved a 35 Thousand Dollar Engineering Problem
A brilliant reminder that the simplest solution is often the most effective. A small physical prototype uncovered the real issue faster than any expensive analysis.
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Rails 8.2 Combined Credentials
A clear walkthrough of the new combined credentials format in Rails 8.2 and how it simplifies managing secrets across environments.
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Action Cable in Practice
A practical guide to using Action Cable for real time features, with examples that make it feel far less intimidating than it looks at first glance.
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Which Programming Languages Are Most Token Efficient
A fascinating comparison of languages through the lens of token count and structure, showing how syntax choices influence readability and model friendliness.
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Easy Cloudflare Tunnels with Rails
A simple setup for exposing a local Rails app securely through Cloudflare Tunnels, perfect for demos, webhooks, and remote testing.
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Quick notes and actionables
Simple tools can reveal truths that complex systems hide.
Rails 8.2 continues to reduce configuration friction, especially around secrets.
Real time features are more approachable than ever with Action Cable.
Token efficiency is a useful lens for thinking about code clarity.
Cloudflare Tunnels are a lightweight way to share local work without opening ports.
Just sharing a few reads I found useful. If one of these sparks something, I’d love to hear what you build or how you adapt the ideas.