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For the past 6 years, I’ve run the Ruby Survey (almost) every year. It asks the same questions every year, plus some new ones. It’s goal is to track changes in technology, community, fashions, attitudes, and tooling. This is the first time I’ll ever be fully sharing the data and it should make for an interesting exploration of the past, present, and maybe future of the Ruby ecosystem. Oh, and I’ll probably cuss a lot too.
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The video titled 'Ruby Survey: 6 Years of Data Revealed' presented by Hampton Catlin at the Ancient City Ruby 2015 conference delves into the results of a survey conducted over six years to track the evolution of the Ruby community and technology. The primary focus is on trends within the community, technology usage, and demographic shifts. Catlin provides a detailed analysis of the survey results covering various topics, including: - **Survey Evolution**: Catlin reflects on his initial survey conducted in 2008, which aimed to gauge community trends and technology usage. After initial challenges in data correlation, the survey evolved into a more structured effort, gathering data from over 1,200 participants in its early years. - **Demographics**: The survey indicates a consistent low percentage of women (4-5%) in the Ruby community and a rising number of individuals identifying as non-binary. Notably, almost 50% of respondents now identify as team leaders or managers rather than as Rubyists. - **Community Engagement**: Approximately 44.6% of respondents reported attending a conference, indicating strong community involvement. Insights into language skills show linguistic diversity, with 74% using English at work and 47% being multilingual. - **Technology and Frameworks**: The discussion includes popular frameworks and tools among Ruby developers. Rails continues to be the dominant framework, with over 75% usage. The rise of alternatives like Sinatra and the changes in text editor preferences (notably the growth of Vim) are highlighted. - **Open Source Contributions**: Catlin notes that while 83% have contributed to open-source projects, engagement has waned over the past year. He reflects on employment patterns, indicating a shift towards traditional jobs rather than the entrepreneurial spirit expected in early Ruby days. - **Philosophical Trends**: An examination of beliefs within the community reveals significant non-religious identification (66% non-believers), reflecting broader societal changes. - **JavaScript Landscape**: The evolution of JavaScript frameworks is touched upon, noting the rise of React and the historical context of its growth compared to earlier frameworks like Prototype and jQuery. In conclusion, Catlin emphasizes a positive sentiment towards the Ruby community, with 86% of respondents believing it is on the right path, alongside a strong inclination towards Sass as a preferred tool. This survey serves as a snapshot of the Ruby community's trends over a significant period, revealing insights into its past, present, and future.
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