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Nobuyoshi Nakada is the most prolific contributor to Ruby. He is the all time leader in commits to the CRuby source code. With over 10,000 commits, he leads second place by double the number of commits. Leading to his psuedonym "Patch Monster". Allow me to introduce you to the man, the myth, and the legend that is nobu. You will learn the true story of how nobu came to be, and witness exactly how he earned that psuedonym and why everyone loves nobu. We will also show you what it takes to make it in ruby-core using nobu as an example. Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/Fqsx/
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In the video titled "Nobody Knows Nobu," presented by Zachary Scott at RubyConf 2014, the focus is on Nobuyoshi Nakada, famously known as "the Patch Monster" due to his unparalleled contributions to the Ruby programming language. The session highlights Nobu's journey as the most prolific contributor to the CRuby source code, emphasizing his 10,000-plus commits and his significant impact on the Ruby community. Key points discussed in the video include: - **Nobu’s Background**: The introduction of Nobu begins with light-hearted anecdotes and a brief fictional tale about his origins. It's noted that he grew up near Mount Fuji and developed an interest in mathematics and computer science through unique experiences, such as joining a hot-air balloon club. - **Commit Data**: Zach presents compelling commit statistics, illustrating Nobu's commitment to Ruby. It’s highlighted that Nobu doubles the contribution rate of the next leading committer. Relevant graphs and comparisons to other committers, such as Martin Durst, help contextualize Nobu’s remarkable activity. - **Working Style**: Nobu's development environment is described, detailing his usage of a MacBook Pro, Emacs, and his self-taught skills in programming. Examples of his unique coding methods, such as using scripts to clean up code, epitomize his contributions. - **Noteworthy Contributions**: Several specific examples of Nobu’s patches are shared, including those that fix bugs and improve functionality, showing his technical acumen. Notable mentions include his contributions related to leak checking in Ruby, and various patches with titles such as 'Removed Trailing Spaces,' showcasing the breadth of his work. - **Collaboration and Recognition**: The talk emphasizes that Nobu collaborates with others and is respected within the community. His humble nature and dedication to helping others within Ruby core are celebrated throughout the presentation. In conclusion, Zach Scott not only provides insights into Nobu's professional life but also illustrates the spirit of collaboration and dedication within the open-source community. Nobu is portrayed as a hardworking and humble individual, whose extensive contributions serve as a model for aspiring contributors in the Ruby ecosystem.
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