RubyGems Fracture Incident Report By: Richard Schneeman This document attempts to give closure to the Ruby community about the events that led to the incident, September 10-18, 2025, which I’ve named “RubyGems Fracture.” Preamble I…

RubyGems Fracture Incident Report (September 18, 2025) by ruby.social/@schneems

rubycentral.org/news/rubygem...

A Message from the Ruby Central Board Over the past several months, there has been significant discussion, disagreement, and concern about RubyGems, Bundler, and Ruby Central’s role in stewarding RubyGems and supporting the Ruby…

A Message from the Ruby Central Board

rubycentral.org/news/a-messa...

These stories celebrate the people behind the language and what keeps them inspired. Share your story: forms.gle/cZ53ySeNaUxS...

Rae Stanton switched into software development and found Ruby on the other side.

At her first RubyConf as a Scholar, she found a welcoming community and connections that lasted. Today, she contributes to Ruby for Good.

Thinking about applying as a Scholar or Guide?
rubycentral.org/scholars_gui...

A huge thank you to Dartmouth College for becoming a Supporter of RubyConf 2026.

Supporter Tickets fund the Scholars and Guides program and help subsidize student tickets for underrepresented attendees.

Join in or learn more:
rubyconf.org

A quick Lyft from Red Rock to the Strip puts you in the heart of Las Vegas.

Don’t miss the Sphere, a massive LED-covered venue with immersive shows and a 16K wraparound screen.

Explore more:
rubyconf.org/location/

Not every sponsorship looks the same, and it shouldn’t.

Ruby Central offers options from headline visibility to wifi, social events, or the Scholars and Guides program.

Align your sponsorship with what matters to your company.

Let’s talk:
calendly.com/tom-rubyconf...

Keynote announcement: Obie Fernandez is joining us at RubyConf.

Author of The Rails Way, founder of Hashrocket, and an early voice in AI app architecture. Also, a DJ backed by Paul Oakenfold and Armin Van Buuren.

Expect a talk worth showing up for.
rubyconf.org

Ruby in the Real World exhibitor spots are open.

Honored to announce Ruby Heart Award recipient Emily Samp. An engineering manager at Shopify and co-founder of WNB.rb, Emily has strengthened the Ruby community through mentorship, accessibility, and inclusion.

Join the celebrations at the Gala: givebutter.com/c/yKDqzL

The real magic of Hack Spaces is giving maintainers space to work on problems they care about. No agenda, no pressure. Just Ruby open source developers in the same room, solving things together.

Apply to be a featured project: forms.gle/xvN3bZ3ZzDmj...

Sponsoring RubyConf isn’t about placing your logo and hoping someone notices.

It’s about showing up where Rubyists actually are — hallway conversations, coffee breaks, and the developers building the ecosystem.

Be part of the community.
calendly.com/tom-rubyconf...

📣 Ruby & Rails founders, sound off! 📣

We want to hear from the builders keeping Ruby and Rails thriving. Solo founders, startups, and bootstrapped gems — drop your company below.

Tell us what you build, how long you’ve used Ruby/Rails, and where you’re based.

Today’s travel highlight focuses on accessibility at the Red Rock conference venue. From transportation and parking to accessible routes, guest rooms, and assistive listening devices, we’re committed to making RubyConf welcoming and accessible for all attendees.

Honored to recognize Rich Kilmer as a Ruby Brilliant Gem Award recipient. Early Ruby adopter, co-creator of RubyGems, and co-founder of Ruby Central, Rich helped launch RubyConf and RailsConf and strengthen the Ruby ecosystem.

Celebrate Rich at the Gala: buff.ly/5M1SCC6

Behind every thriving Ruby community is someone who showed up again and again long before anyone was watching.

The Community Leadership Gem Award honors those who organize meetups, welcome newcomers, and strengthen Ruby communities around the world.

Nominate someone:
airtable.com/appBBx7FkmSp...

Hiring is hard. Finding the right people is harder.

The RubyConf Career Fair was expanded this year. Whether you need engineers, product, design, ops, data, security, support, or leadership, the Ruby community has it all.

Exhibitor tables are open.
rubyconf.org/career_fair-...

Open source thrives on collaboration, and Hack Spaces at RubyConf 2026 make that happen in person.

During Community Day on July 15, maintainers and developers will gather to pair program and troubleshoot issues.

Apply to host a Hack Space: forms.gle/xvN3bZ3ZzDmj...

We told you it was coming.😏 Early Bird tickets for RubyConf are LIVE right now in LIMITED quantities. We see you~

Get your tickets here! ti.to/rubyconf/rub...

Great Scott! The CFP submission window closes at 11:59 PM on March 15 — and unlike Doc Brown, we can't send you back in time to submit! ⚡

sessionize.com/rubyconf-2026/

Your talk idea deserves to be on stage, and CFPs close tomorrow at 11:59PM.

Here's exactly how to write a proposal that stands out, straight from past speakers and program committee members who've seen it all.

Don't talk yourself out of submitting.

Off-strip picks near Red Rock — great for meetings or a quiet meal:

🍜 Marufuku Ramen – famous ramen shop
🍛 Tamba – contemporary Indian cuisine
☕ Mothership Coffee – chic local café

More recommendations coming soon.

Today we’re sharing another story in our “Why I Ruby” series, celebrating the people behind the language.

Adam shares how Ruby enabled them to build a side project into a profitable, sustainable business as a team of one.

We'd love to hear your story: forms.gle/cZ53ySeNaUxS...

The Speak at RubyConf Summit is today. There is still time to register and join the virtual call with the Program Committee, hosted by Jason Swett.

If you are thinking about submitting a CFP, do not sit this one out: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Local Ruby meetups are the heart of our community.

Through the Regional Meetup Grant Program, organizers worldwide create spaces to learn, connect, and grow—from Amsterdam to Nairobi to São Paulo and beyond.

Help support these communities:
calendly.com/tom-rubyconf...

Celebrate the strange, creative, and funky ways Rubyists push the language. CFP open: rubyconf.org

We’re thrilled to announce our first RubyConf 2026 keynote: Dave Thomas (@pragdave).

Author of the PickAxe book, creator of rdoc and ri, and one of Ruby’s earliest champions.

Expect insight, honesty, and a little entertainment.

More updates:
rubyconf.org

The Speak at RubyConf Summit pt. 2 is happening March 12. If you are thinking about submitting a CFP proposal, you do not want to miss this. Hear directly from the Program Committee, hosted by Jason Swett.

Register before tomorrow: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Huge thanks to Def Method for being one of the first Supporters of RubyConf 2026.

Supporter Tickets fund the Scholars & Guides program and help subsidize student tickets for underrepresented communities.

Learn more or get involved:
rubyconf.org

Alright, listen up. Intel just dropped. 🕶️ Early Bird tickets for RubyConf go on sale March 16th — and they are LIMITED. Mark the date, stay sharp, and be ready to move. We only get one shot at this.

Check out rubyconf.org for news & updates!