The first Rails 8 beta has officially been released, bringing an exciting set of features, bug fixes, and improvements. This version builds on the foundation of Rails 7.2, while introducing new features and optimizations to make Rails development even more productive and enjoyable. Key highlights include an integration with Kamal 2 for hassle-free deployments, the introduction of Propshaft as the new default asset pipeline, and extensive ActiveRecord enhancements.

Whether or not you're active in the Rails ecosystem, you might already have heard some of the buzz around Solid Queue, a new database-backed backend for ActiveJob. Solid Queue is a simple and performant option for background jobs that lets you queue large amounts of data without maintaining extra dependencies like Redis. We've already talked about how to deploy, run, and monitor Solid Queue, but we haven't yet explored how Solid Queue works.

Although important to see alternatives to iframes, iframes are still a valuable and commonly applied method for successful embed frameworks. And even if considering alternatives, iframes help to understand possibilities, along with design and technical details to consider for a successful platform. There’s more to embed Frameworks than letting partners appear in your interface.

With the rise in popularity of embedded integrations, and continued trial and error in this space, it’s best to review the core concepts of how embed frameworks operate. There are many ways platforms open their UI to third-parties, but one is considered original - the oldest, and likely still the most common method on the web - the old iframe model. In the olden days, the common way to enable third-party content in one’s interface was by iframing.

Companies use a wide range of both artificial intelligence (AI) and automation tools, and each automation tool serves a different purpose, often working together to boost efficiency. In this blog, we’ll explore the differences between AI and automation, how they can complement each other through intelligent automation, and five real-world examples of how they work together. We’ll also highlight the benefits of using AI in business process automation.

Today we're excited to introduce SCIM (System for Cross-domain Identity Management) support in Kong Insomnia to automatically provision and deprovision user accounts using a third-party IDP. This capability will enormously simplify the process of onboarding enterprise users into Insomnia, and it's available today for every Enterprise plan customer.

Kotlin Generics are a way to use generics in Kotlin that have type parameters specified to their usage. This powerful tool defines code components so that they will work with any data type in a flexible and reusable manner – and the main advantage of Kotlin Generics is how they are statically-typed.

Java provides the essential tools and libraries to deliver exceptional results, from crafting desktop applications to developing mobile apps and complex enterprise systems. With unparalleled versatility and portability, Java is a top choice among developers and one of the most widely used programming languages globally. However, like any programming language, Java isn’t immune to errors. Specifically, runtime errors are a frequent hurdle that developers must navigate.

Feature flags are a powerful tool in software development, allowing developers to control the behavior of an application at runtime without deploying new code. They enable teams to test new features, perform A/B testing, and roll out changes gradually. In Ruby on Rails, feature flags can be managed using diverse tools, the most popular being the Flipper gem.

The evolution of APIs (application programming interfaces) has been all the hype in recent years. In many ways, they're powering the modern internet as they open doors to organizations and developers around the globe. Data shows that 98% of enterprise leaders believe APIs are essential for survival concerning digital transformation, yet most struggle to develop a comprehensive rollout strategy.