Multi-model searching using Elasticsearch vol. 2
In the next post we will see how to improve searching intelligence, but right now let’s take care of the main part of our functionality - multi model searching.
Multi-model searching using Elasticsearch vol. 1
For one of our projects I had to do some complex searching. After considering the complexity of searching by every possible column, and the importance of speed, I decided to use Elasticsearch.
8 random Ionic tips
Ionic is a leading hybrid mobile app development framework. This blogpost presents 8 random tips which I wish I had known when I started to play with it.
When involvement rhymes with enjoyment
“If you do what you love, you'll never work a day in your life.”
Instant code updates for Cordova iOS apps
One of the many advantages of a hybrid approach to mobile apps development is instant code updates. In this article, I will guide you through setting up a basic updates mechanism from scratch.
Search with autocomplete using Twitter Typeahead
Adding simple, easy to customize and reliable autocomplete functionality has always been one of the topics that I thought wasn't very clear for Rails applications.
Intro to digital nomading
Working remotely comes with a lot of perks. Deploying to production in your pyjamas or fixing a critical bug while sipping coffee in your favourite bar may sound appealing, however, having worked more than a year remotely, I still had the feeling that I wasn't making the most of it.
Readline Editor
Last weekend I watched a really enjoyable talk about the Readline editor by George Brocklehurst. It interested me enough to do some extra investigation. This article shares the results of my little research.
The most important lesson
When I finally became one of the "Perfect Programmers", I considered myself a guy who knew enough stuff to take another step forward. But it quickly turned out that there was one important skill I was missing which was not related to any technical knowledge.
Problems with typical Rails controllers and before actions
One of the most common practices when writing controllers in Rails is using before_actions to keep them DRY.