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Craft beer is great. Ruby is great. When you can combine the two, you get a product that can only be described as Liquid Awesome. In this session, we will go over the brewing process and show how Ruby can help make better beer using automation, temperature control, and recipe analysis. We will look at a Ruby application created with recipe design and testing in mind, as well as a Ruby-based brewery control system run on a Raspberry Pi. Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/FGbK/
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In the presentation titled "How Ruby Makes Better Beer," Andrew Nordman explores the intersection of brewing craft beer and Ruby programming. He introduces the brewing process and discusses how automation, temperature control, and recipe analysis can enhance beer production. The session emphasizes the blend of art and science in craft brewing, highlighting Nordman's experiences as a home brewer and the founder of a nano-scale brewery, Cadman Brewing Company. He shares personal anecdotes about his brewing journey, illustrating the learning curve of transforming initial failures into crafted beers. Key points include: - **Introduction to Home Brewing:** Nordman began brewing in 2010, motivated by the blend of programming and creativity involved in the process. - **Automation and Consistency:** He emphasizes the need for consistency in brewing and how automation can help manage human errors that affect recipe outcomes. - **Raspberry Pi Utilization:** Nordman discusses creating a brewing control system using Raspberry Pi for its cost-effectiveness and compatibility with Ruby. - **Recipe Development:** The process of creating beer recipes involves selecting grains, hops, water profiles, and yeast, followed by meticulous monitoring of temperatures during brewing and fermentation. - **Software Contribution:** He presents Brew Lab, an application that tracks recipe data and brewing conditions, and integrates with brewing equipment for improved efficiency and consistency. - **Advanced Brewing Techniques:** Nordman describes a Heat Exchange Recirculated Mash System (HERMS) and the automation benefits it offers, including temperature management through a PID-based system. - **Future Innovations:** He outlines plans for expanding Brew Lab's capabilities and incorporating additional automation through solenoid valves and more complex systems. In conclusion, Nordman illustrates that combining Ruby with brewing can lead to innovative approaches that enhance the brewing process and product quality, highlighting the potential for broader community engagement through accessible software. He encourages discussions about brewing paired with a casual pint, showcasing a passion for both software and craft beer.
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