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RubyConf AU 2015: http://www.rubyconf.org.au Australia's had a vibrant nation wide Ruby community for a good 7 years now. We're definitely well into the second act of our story arc, but what does that mean? Where do we want the community to go from here? Is there something special about the Ruby & Rails platform and community that can give us a unique third act?
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In the talk titled "On Second Acts" presented by John Barton at RubyConf AU 2015, the speaker explores the evolution of the Ruby community, discussing its current phase as it transitions into Act Two. He highlights the importance of understanding opinions versus facts and shares his journey from a .NET programmer to a Ruby enthusiast. Barton emphasizes the community's need for growth and leadership while addressing critical supply-demand challenges. Key points include: - **Narrative Structure**: The talk draws parallels between the growth of the Ruby community and a three-act narrative, reflecting on its past and potential future. - **Community Dynamics**: Barton discusses the balance between diversity and monoculture within the startup ecosystem, specifically how the community has been impacted by the dominance of other programming languages like Python. - **Funding and Community Health**: He recounts experiences from his involvement in a tech startup, underscoring the realities of hiring trends and the need for Rubyists in a competitive market. - **Gender and Diversity Issues**: The talk touches on the challenges faced by the Ruby community, including a senior developer trap that affects opportunities for newcomers, particularly women in tech. - **Rails and Development**: Barton discusses the significance of Ruby on Rails in shaping the community, fostering efficient development practices, and promoting a fuller stack of skills among developers. - **Leadership and Engagement**: The speaker calls for more individuals to step into leadership roles within the Ruby community to mentor and promote growth, encouraging current developers to support up-and-coming talent. Barton concludes with a call to action, urging attendees to take responsibility for the Ruby community's future by recognizing ongoing challenges and actively contributing to its success. By doing so, he hopes to prevent the Ruby community from following a decline similar to that of Perl's once-thriving presence.
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